A frisky young Kid had been left by the herdsman on the thatched roof of a sheep shelter to keep him out of harm's way. The Wolf would gladly have eaten him then and there, but the House Dog looked strong enough to leave his marks should he try it. Now the jealous Ass got it into his silly head that all he had to do to win his Master's favor was to act like the Dog. They had to use all their strength to pull the wagon, but they did not complain. He pulled the Mouse down under the water and drowned him. Of course all the proud mammas from far and near brought their babies. Clinging to the straw like a shipwrecked sailor to a broken spar, the Ant floated safely to shore. Down with the Wolf and all his race, said the Wolf softly. We are drawing all the weight, not you, and we are keeping still about it besides.
Our best blessings are often the least appreciated.