[Read more…] about The Fly And The TroutA Fly was rejoicing while gliding over a stream one summer’s day. Too bad, as the stream had a hungry Trout who had a good meal of the Fly.
Going after forbidden fruit may lead to disaster.
The Coal And The Diamond
[Read more…] about The Coal And The DiamondA Diamond was berating Coal boasting about its shine. Coal replied that they were related and, reddening in the fire, said he could both shine and heat.
Don’t boast.
The Perplexed Widow
[Read more…] about The Perplexed WidowA new Widow is lamenting the loss when a suitor approaches. There is much hand wringing about what to do but temptation wins out.
Weak judgment falls before temptation,
The Oak And The River
[Read more…] about The Oak And The RiverA River complained about its course but an Oak pointed out that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. The River thought better after.
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
The Looking-Glass And Orange Tree
[Read more…] about The Looking-Glass And Orange TreeAn Orange tree got mid-day light from Mirror who then claimed to be so great to provide the light. Orange tree pointed out Mirror was dark most of the time.
Do not claim to be more than your are.
The Gardener And The Rose
[Read more…] about The Gardener And The RoseThe flowers were summoned to a meeting. Rose showed up late. While not rejected, the Rose was made to stand alone as queen.
Know your place.