A Lion had grown very old. The Rose was not indifferent, for the Butterfly's wings were powdered in a charming pattern of gold and silver. But just take a look at yourself, and then try some of your own medicine. Next day the Merchant went for another load of salt. The winds do not harm us. The bunch hung from a high branch, and the Fox had to jump for it. What a fool I am, he said, Here I am wearing myself out to get a bunch of sour grapes that are not worth gaping for. A Countryman chanced to see the unequal combat. The man took off his cap and mopped his brow. But you gave yourself away with that silly bray.
Do not let anything turn you from your purpose.