All Danny Meadow Mouse could think about was his short tail. He was so ashamed of it that whenever anyone passed, he crawled out of sight so that they should not see how short his tail was. Instead of playing in the sunshine as he used to do, he sat and sulked. Pretty soon his friends began to pass without stopping. Finally one day old Mr. Toad sat down in front of Danny and began to ask questions.
“What's the matter?” asked old Mr. Toad.
“Nothing,” replied Danny Meadow Mouse.
“I don't suppose there really is anything the matter, but what do you think is the matter?” said old Mr. Toad.
Danny fidgeted, and old Mr. Toad looked up at jolly, round, red Mr. Sun and winked. “Sun is just as bright as ever, isn't it?” he inquired.
“Yes,” said Danny.
“Got plenty to eat and drink, haven't you?” continued Mr. Toad.
“Got plenty to eat and drink, haven't you?” continued Mr. Toad