[Read more…] about The TonguesAesop served Tongues as both best and worst meats over two meals. The guests were enchanted by his explanation and insisted the host not punish him.
Cleverness can get out out of trouble.
The Gourd and The Pine
[Read more…] about The Gourd and The PineA Gourd grew and covered a Pine tree and then started to brag how beautiful it was. The Pine mentioned that he’s still be there after winter. Gourd won’t.
Sturdy and long-lasting beats out beauty.
The Fox and The Cock
[Read more…] about The Fox and The CockA Fox caught in a trap asked a passing Cock to get a stick so he can get out of the trap. Smart Cock brought the farmer who had the stick. Bye Bye Fox.
Sweet talk doesn’t always work.
Aesop and His Fellow Servants
[Read more…] about Aesop and His Fellow ServantsAesop and fellow servants readied for a trip. Aesop took the heaviest load: bread. Over time the bread was eaten and Aesop’s load reduced. Smart!
Be smart in how you select jobs.
A Mouse and A Frog
[Read more…] about A Mouse and A FrogFrog and Mouse lived across a stream. Mouse agreed to be taken across to visit Frog. Frog gets greedy and dives; Mouse screams. Kite hears and takes both.
When fools fight others run away with the prize.
The Sheep and The Dog
[Read more…] about The Sheep and The DogSheep complained they had to pay with wool for their good life but the Dog did not have to pay. Dog pointed out without him Sheep would likely be dead.
Consider all before you judge.