One day as the Lion walked proudly down a forest aisle, and the animals respectfully made way for him, an Ass brayed a scornful remark as he passed. Hurrying to the tree where the Cock was roosting, he said very politely: A hearty welcome to our woods, honored sir. The Pheasants stared giddily. Besides, I have a very important errand that I had almost forgotten about. What is that on your neck? The other was nothing but a bird who wouldn't harm you in the least. And so, when he fluttered near and told how he loved her, she blushed rosily and said yes. I didn't have time to store up any food, whined the Grasshopper; I was so busy making music that before I knew it the summer was gone. Very well; now dance! And they turned their backs on the Grasshopper and went on with their work.
We often make much of the ornamental and despise the useful.