[Read more…] about The Dog and The WolfA Dog offered to help a Wolf get regular feed from his Master. The Wolf listened but saw a bald spot on Dog’s neck where the collar sat. Goodbye said Wolf.
Better starve free than be a fat slave.
The Boasting Traveler
[Read more…] about The Boasting TravelerBoasting of deeds done is lots of fun; at least until someone calls you on your boasting.
Travelers may take some liberties, but not too many.
Two Travelers and The Axe (Purse)
[Read more…] about Two Travelers and The Axe (Purse)One of two Men found an Axe. The other claimed part of the find until the owner showed up to take the Axe back. The other quickly withdrew the claim.
He who shares the danger ought to share the prize.
The Belly and The Members
[Read more…] about The Belly and The MembersBelly had all the food and the rest of the body rebelled and refused to work to get more. They soon relented as the whole body started to starve.
The person who withdraws support for his leader is a traitor.
The Eagle and The Daw
[Read more…] about The Eagle and The DawA Daw saw an eagle carry off a sheep and tried the same trick. The daw could not do it and got caught. Ouch.
Don’t take on more than you can accomplish.
The Two Frogs
[Read more…] about The Two FrogsTwo Frogs had to leave their dry pond and encountered a well. One said they should live there; the other cautioned about getting out if they needed to.
Look before you leap.