[Read more…] about The Hounds In CouplesTwo Hounds were tied together to hunt. They started to bicker and fuss with each other. The Hunter made it clear they would have to get along to survive.
Mutual respect is necessary to matrimonial happiness.
The Peacock
[Read more…] about The PeacockJuno gave the Peacock a large train of feathers as requested. The Peacock was the envy of all until he tried to fly. Ostentation doesn’t fly well.
Be careful what you ask for.
The Fly In St. Paul’s Cupola
[Read more…] about The Fly In St. Paul’s CupolaA Fly examined columns in St. Paul’s to be rough and unfinished. A Spider commented the structure wasn’t built for the Fly but for a much larger creature.
Take all factors into account before making a decision.
The Farmer and His Dog
[Read more…] about The Farmer and His DogA Farmer came home to his child’s cradle overturned; the Dog near and bloody. Farmer killed the Dog then found live child and dead Snake under the cradle.
Acting in blind rage is dangerous.
The Ape and The Bee
[Read more…] about The Ape and The BeeAn Ape wanted the honey from a Bee but complained about the sting. The Bee agreed that the sting can be bitter when anger is provoked.
Don’t provoke others for your own benefit.
The Laurustinus and The Rose Tree
[Read more…] about The Laurustinus and The Rose TreeA Rose in all its glory berated a simple Vine. The Gardener told the Rose that it was pretty now but in the winter the Vine will be the pride of the garden.
Prudence as well as gratitude, is concerned in the protection of a friend that will show his friendship in adversity.