The Swallow and The Crow
Aesop | Greece
A Swallow boasts about its shiny feathers to a Crow, who responds by appreciating the joy and strength found in its own dark feathers.
Once upon a time, in a green forest, there lived a Swallow and a Crow. One sunny day, they began to talk about their feathers.
The Swallow, feeling very proud, looked at the Crow and said, "Look at my feathers! They are shiny and soft. They look like the blue sky and are as light as the wind. Your feathers are dark and rough. They don't shine in the sun like mine. Why don't you take better care of yourself? You should have some pride, my friend!"
The Crow listened carefully to the Swallow. He looked at his own black feathers, which were strong and durable. Then, he replied, "Your feathers might look lovely in the spring," he said, "but I never see you in the winter. That's when I enjoy myself the most."
With those words, the Crow spread his strong, dark wings and flew away, leaving the Swallow to think about what he had said.
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