The Kites and the Swans

 

  


The Kites of olden times, as well as the Swans, had the 
privilege of song.  But having heard the neigh of the horse, 
they were so enchanted with the sound, that they tried to 
imitate it; and, in trying to neigh, they forgot how to sing.  


Moral of the story: The desire for imaginary benefits often 
involves the loss of present blessings.