[Read more…] about The Hare Afraid of His EarsA hurt Lion banned all horned animals from his kingdom. A Hare saw his ears looked like horns in his shadow decided to leave, ending a long-term friendship.
Paranoia can change everything.
The Falcon and The Capon
[Read more…] about The Falcon and The CaponA Capon pretended not to hear the call of the cook to the kitchen. A watching Falcon said he always answered master’s call. Capon pointed to the difference.
Don’t follow others to your peril.
The Tail of the Serpent
[Read more…] about The Tail of the SerpentA Snake’s Tail rebelled against the Head so Head let Tail lead the way. Over a cliff they both went. Tail was silent after that.
Know your place.
Hercules and Pallas
[Read more…] about Hercules and PallasHercules came on and beat a small animal that grew with each strike until Pallas came along and said to stop as it was Strife and would shrink if not fed.
Strife will only increase if you feed it.
The Young Mouse, The Cock, and The Cat
[Read more…] about The Young Mouse, The Cock, and The CatA young Mouse described his first trip out. He thought a Cat friendly and a Cock to be a frightening monster. His mother quickly set him straight.
Looks can be deceiving.
The Two Travellers and The Oyster
[Read more…] about The Two Travellers and The OysterTwo Travelers disputed who owned the Oyster they found. A third Traveler judged the dispute, handed each a shell, and ate the Oyster as payment. Ooops!
Justice is in the eye of the beholder.