A shepherd took his sheep out to pasture, but when it was
time to return to the sheep pen, he found that some wild goats had become mixed
up with his flock. Nonetheless, he was very pleased that the flock had grown by
itself, and he closed the goats into the pen along with the sheep.
The next day was rainy and the shepherd decided not to go
out. He gave his sheep only a small handful of food, while he gave much bigger
ration to the goats. He thought that if he treated them well, they would stay
with him. In spite of this, as soon as the shepherd opened the gate, the goats
ran out and he was unable to catch them again.
“Ungrateful beasts,” shouted the shepherd at them. “I
treated you better than the other!”
“That’s why we’re going,” answered one of the goats. “If
you prefer us new animals to your sheep, how will you treat us if you find some
more animals in your flock?”
So do not be too happy if someone shows you that they
prefer you to their old friends. You too will soon be an old friend and could
be replaced just as easily.
-FIN-
Read the Indonesian translation HERE
Author: Unknown
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