The Peasant and the Devil: The Unwritten Ending
Once upon a time, there was a crafty and far-sighted peasant. Anyone with a parent who read them a copy of "Grimm's Complete Fairy Tales" as a child knows the tale of the farmer who bested the Devil in a game of wits. However, I happen to know what became of the farmer after the fairy tale ends. You see, dear reader, all legends and myths have a basis in truth, but once a dozen or so generations of story-tellers come and go, all having added their own little twists and embellishments and sensitivities, things tend to get hidden or disappear altogether. That is when folks of good authority (such as yours truly) come out of the woodwork to set things straight.
Comments (7)
Short but contain volumes of wisdom!
Simple and lovely.
Truer words have never been said. This is a great haiku!
Short but weighty—like a golden nugget of wisdom! This one carries the quiet power of self-worth, reminding us that generosity starts from within. Simple, yet profoundly enriching! 💖😊
Word 💯. Big facts, such a good message. Love your Haiku.
So true. We cannot pour from an empty cup. Loved your poem!
So thought- provoking, and simple at the same time. Nice job here! 😊❤️