[Read more…] about The ParrotA Widower wanted a Parrot to pass the time. Many at the shop repeated inane phrases; one silent appeared to think more. Bought that and it wasn’t true.
Quick decisions are often wrong decisions.
The Rope Dance
[Read more…] about The Rope DanceA Boy was learning to dance on a Rope but objected to the long pole he had to carry. So, he threw it down and quickly followed. Lesson learned!
Some must learn the hard way.
The Frog and The Tadpole
[Read more…] about The Frog and The TadpoleA Tadpole admired a canebreak until a wind snapped off pieces at which point the Frog mother pointed out what looked good was pith and emptiness.
Looks are not everything.
The Fish and The Fishermen
[Read more…] about The Fish and The FishermenThree fish saw Fishermen coming. One swam away to the river. One played dead and survived. The third was not smart and was caught.
If you are clever you can often get yourself out of trouble.
The Elephant and The Assembly of Animals
[Read more…] about The Elephant and The Assembly of AnimalsAn Elephant spoke of animal vices to an assembly. Some were silent and nodded in agreement. Others who saw themselves in the talk were offended.
If words hurt think carefully about the meaning behind them.
Minerva and The Owl
[Read more…] about Minerva and The OwlMinerva begged her Owl to speak wisely. The Owl demurred but on threat admitted that with world being so depraved it was better to hold his tongue.
If you have nothing nice to say then don’t say anything.