[Read more…] about The Miser and The MagpieA Magpie stole gold from a Miser who said the Magpie should die for stealing. Magpie said the Miser is more guilty for secreting, not using, the gold.
Wealth not used is wealth wasted.
The Eagle, The Jackdaw, and The Magpie
[Read more…] about The Eagle, The Jackdaw, and The MagpieA Jackdaw and Magpie vied for importance at the Eagle’s court. Asked which took precedence, the Eagle said that the greater fool would be.
Only fools try to be self-important.
The Peacock and The Magpie
[Read more…] about The Peacock and The MagpieThe Birds wanted a king and the Peacock applied. He was almost elected due to his beauty but a Magpie asked practical questions. Peacock failed.
Kings must be suited for the job and not just a vain pretender.
The Crow and The Sheep
[Read more…] about The Crow and The SheepThe Crow bothered a Sheep who said a Dog would not have stood for the abuse. The Crow pointed out that he picked his targets just for that reason.
Pick your enemies.