[Read more…] about A Mountain in LaborA Mountain emitting terrible noises was said to be in labor. But, as people watched to see what would happen, all they saw come out of it was a mouse.
Don’t make a big fuss over nothing.
The Swallow and The Crow
[Read more…] about The Swallow and The CrowThe Swallow and Crow argued about their plumage. The Crow said Swallow’s feathers are all good in the spring, but his protects him against the winter.
The best of two equals lasts longest.
The Fawn and His Mother
[Read more…] about The Fawn and His MotherA Fawn questioned larger deer about why they flee a Dog when they are so much bigger. Nobody could answer; it was just in their nature the Fawn was told.
A coward by nature will always be a coward.
The Farmer and The Snake
[Read more…] about The Farmer and The SnakeA farmer takes pity on a frozen snake and brings it home. Thawed, the snake reverts to character and bites all.
The wicked show no thanks.
The Farmer and The Stork
[Read more…] about The Farmer and The StorkA Farmer set nets to catch Cranes which ate seed. A Stork was with the Cranes. The Stork plead for his life. The Farmer said he gets the same punishment.
Birds of a feather flock together.
The Arguing Fruits
[Read more…] about The Arguing FruitsA Peach and Apple were arguing about which was most beautiful. A Berry vine spoke up asking they cease their argument in his presence.
Everyone thinks themselves the best.