AN ANT went to the bank of a river to quench its thirst, and being carried away by the rush of the stream, was on the point of drowning.  A Dove sitting on a tree overhanging the water plucked a leaf and let it fall into the stream close to her.  The Ant climbed onto it and floated in safety to the bank.

Shortly afterwards a birdcatcher came and stood under the tree, and laid his lime-twigs for the Dove, which sat in the branches.  The Ant, perceiving his design, stung him in the foot.

In pain the birdcatcher threw down the twigs, and the noise made the Dove take wing.

Note:
The story above let us know the importance of helping one another.  As we'll never know when we also need help from others.  Life is unpredictable, one good turn deserves another.  Be kind to others and they will be kind to you.

Related:

• A Butterfly Story - Struggles Are Exactly What We Need
• The Trouble Tree - Don't Bring Your Trouble Home
• Wendy's Gift - Do Take Time To Enjoy Living
• Growing Up is Optional - Do Not Stop Playing
• The Old Man and The Child

"Our lives improve only when we take chances - and the first and most difficult risk we can take is to be honest with ourselves." *-- Walter Anderson

"The mintage of wisdom is to know that rest is rust, and that real life is in love, laughter, and work."
*-- Elbert Hubbard 

"My mom was a source of strength. She showed me by example that women, regardless of how difficult life may get, can do it all."  *-- Gloria Estefan

"Leadership is unlocking people's potential to become better." *-- Bill Bradley

"Live Simply.  Love Generously.  Care Deeply.  Speak Kindly.  Leave the Rest to God."