THE DONKEY AND THE SALT.
NE time a merchant went to the seashore for a load of salt.
There were many hills and streams to cross on the journey.
As the path was narrow and rocky, the man made his donkey carry the salt in large bags upon his back. It was a warm day, and the donkey did not like his heavy load.
He hung down his head and went as slowly as he could.
After a while they came to a stream which had only a foot bridge over it.