Posted on 01/09/2020 9:04:02 AM PST by ancientart
Once upon a time, hen and duck decided to make a cake to celebrate their longtime friendship. Hen was a great baker and duck had a deft beak for frosting, and between the two of them they created a magnificent cake.
They were just about to partake of their creation when up ambled fox.
“Wait, wait!” said fox. “A friendship cake should be divided exactly equally. Would you like me to cut the cake for you to make sure you each get your fair share?”
Hen and duck agreed that this would be a good idea, so they handed the knife to fox, who carefully divided the cake between duck and hen. He also cut off a small slice for himself, which he quickly devoured.
Duck and hen were just about to dig in when, once again, fox had an objection. “That’s an awful lot of cake you’ve got there. Don’t you think it would be a good idea to set aside some cake for the future when you’ll need it more?”
Duck and hen could see the wisdom of this, and so they let fox cut off a bit more of the cake. Then they watched as their “cake-for-later” disappeared down fox’s throat.
“Safe in the lockbox,” said fox. “Here’s an IOU. You know I’m good for it. You’re guaranteed to have cake when you really need it and for as long as you need it.”
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A perfect description of social security.
Once upon a time,
A hen and duck had the right to keep and bear arms.
And shot the fox.
And lived happily ever after.
Don’t waste your time reading this like I did...
Sadly, I read it before I saw your post.
But, ditto.
My eyes glazed-over after two paragraphs; I didn’t go any further.
What does the fox say?
Hey Humble. We know your thoughts on blog pimping.
What about FABLE pimping? Is that cool? Not cool? Help us out here.
While I’ve admittedly not researched the topic nor have I
any experience with such, I’d have to come down as against it.
I would request a special exemption for fables by Aesop.
I will consider my (arbitrary) decision as subject to review.
I doubt Aesop is getting any revenue from his work though
and if others are using it to generate revenue for themselves...
Well, let’s just say that’s not a good look.
My exact thoughts too.
I understand and thank you for your consideration.
Everyone knows that! Swiper the fox says "Awww man!!!"
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