A Traveler had hired an Ass to carry him to a distant part of the country. So standing on tip-toes he flapped his wings and crowed lustily. Spare no energy and leave no spot unturned in your search. Do you really think you can provide for me? asked the Eagle eagerly. But we should feel very much ashamed to make such a terrible fuss about it like you do. The slightest breeze that ruffles the surface of the water makes you bow your heads, while I, the mighty Oak, stand upright and firm before the howling tempest. True enough, replied the Boar, but when danger does come there will not be time for such work as this. The Farmer saw that he would have to take other measures. But you gave yourself away with that silly bray.
Whatever you do, do with all your might.