[Read more…] about The Goat and The GoatherdA Goatherd attempted to bring a stray back to the flock. A last the Goatherd threw a stone which broke the goat’s horn. No way to keep that a secret.
Do not attempt to hide things which cannot be hid.
The Raven and The Swan
[Read more…] about The Raven and The SwanA Raven desired a Swan’s white feathers. He thought the color was due to the water so he went to live in the lake. Not water, and going hungry, he perished.
Change of habit cannot alter nature.
The Thirsty Pigeon
[Read more…] about The Thirsty PigeonA thirsty Pigeon saw a glass of water on a sign. She flew toward it and slammed it and broke her wing and consequently was caught by one of the bystanders.
Act in haste and repent at leisure.
The Oxen and The Axles
[Read more…] about The Oxen and The AxlesThe oxen pulling a wagon were disturbed by the creaking of the wheels. Not seeing the heavy load on the wagon the oxen blamed the wheels for complaining.
Those who suffer most cry out the least.
The Dog in The Manger
[Read more…] about The Dog in The MangerPeople often begrudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves. A dog sleeping on hay would not let other animals eat from the hay.
People often begrudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves.
The Farmer and The Cranes
[Read more…] about The Farmer and The CranesCranes invaded a Farmer’s field. He could drive them off with an empty sling for awhile but later had to use rocks. That’s when they learned and left.
If words are not enough, action must be taken.