[Read more…] about The Boy Who Cried WolfA bored Boy tending Sheep cried “Wolf!” to get attention. He did it again and people came. A third time and the Boy was ignored. Goodbye flock.
A liar will not be believed, even when telling the truth.
Jupiter and The Monkey
[Read more…] about Jupiter and The MonkeyIn a beautiful baby contest a Monkey presented her baby to Jupiter. Others laughed but Monkey asserted that whatever happened her baby was beautiful.
Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder.
The Fox and The Monkey
[Read more…] about The Fox and The MonkeyAn unqualified Monkey became king. A Fox tricked the Monkey into a trap. Monkey asked the Fox how he could do such a thing. Fox said he should have known.
A ruler needs many talents.
The Fighting Cocks and The Eagle
[Read more…] about The Fighting Cocks and The EagleTwo Cocks were fighting to rule the yard. The loser hid while the winner danced around the yard drawing an Eagle’s attention. Bye-bye loser, hello winner.
Pride goes before the fall.
The Wolves and The Sheep
[Read more…] about The Wolves and The SheepWolves convinced the Sheep they would be better off without the guard Dogs which they dismissed. Should not have done that; the Sheep are now eaten.
A foolish peace is more destructive than a bloody war.
The Boy and The Nettles
[Read more…] about The Boy and The NettlesA boy brushed a Nettle and was stung. His mother told him it had stung him because he brushed it. Grasp it boldly and it will not hurt you.
Whatever you do, do it with all your might.