[Read more…] about The Redbreast and The SparrowA singing Robin was chided by a Sparrow at his poor song. Robin replied that other birds were not around and he was doing his humble best.
There will always be a critic no matter how hard you try.
Amelia and The Spider
[Read more…] about Amelia and The SpiderAmelia was lamenting a rip in her clothes were. A Spider described how its web was swept away and rebuilt. Who spent their time better?
Don’t just sit around complaining; do something.
The Miser and The Magpie
[Read more…] about The Miser and The MagpieA Magpie stole gold from a Miser who said the Magpie should die for stealing. Magpie said the Miser is more guilty for secreting, not using, the gold.
Wealth not used is wealth wasted.
The Spectacles
[Read more…] about The SpectaclesJupiter gave mankind a gift of spectacles; each a different color and strength. Everybody thought their pair was better than all others.
Each has their own best opinion.
The Owl and The Nightingale
[Read more…] about The Owl and The NightingaleAn Owl resided in a library and mistook gravity for wisdom. A Nightingale sang to the Owl’s displeasure. Nightingale chided Owl as learned but not wise.
One can be learned but not wise.
The Conceited Owl
[Read more…] about The Conceited OwlA young Owl wanted to marry the daughter of the Eagle. A Crow presented the proposal. The Eagle said OK if the Owl would meet at sunrise. No marriage.
Know your place.