Tuesday, February 10
A New Version Of "The Little Red Hen"........ something to ponder on.
Who will help me plant the wheat? asked the Little Red Hen.'Not I,' said the cow.'Not I,' said the duck.'Not I,' said the pig. 'Not I,' said the goose. 'Then I will do it by myself,' said the little red hen, and so she did. The wheat grew very tall and ripened into golden grain. 'Who will help me reap my wheat?' asked the little red hen. 'Not I,' said the duck.. 'Out of my classification,' said the pig. 'I'd lose my seniority,' said the cow. 'I'd lose my unemployment compensation,' said the goose. 'Then I will do it by myself,' said the little red hen, and so she did. At last it came time to bake the bread. 'Who will help me bake the bread?' asked the little red hen. 'That would be overtime for me,' said the cow. 'I'd lose my welfare benefits,' said the duck. 'I'm a dropout and never learned how,' said the pig. 'If I'm to be the only helper, that's discrimination,' said the goose. 'Then I will do it by myself,' said the little red hen. She baked five loaves and held them up for all of her neighbors to see. They wanted some and, in fact, demanded a share. But the little red hen said, 'No, I shall eat all five loaves.' 'Excess profits!' cried the cow. (Nancy Pelosi) 'Capitalist leech!' screamed the duck. (Barbara Boxer) 'I demand equal rights!' yelled the goose. (Jesse Jackson) The pig just grunted in disdain. (Ted Kennedy) And they all painted 'Unfair!' picket signs and marched around and around the little red hen, shouting obscenities.
Then the farmer (Obama) came. He said to the little red hen, "You must not be so greedy, Let's re-distribute the wealth!"
'But I earned the bread,' said the little red hen. 'Exactly,' said Barack the farmer. 'That is what makes our free enterprise system so wonderful. Anyone in the barnyard can earn as much as he wants. But under our modern government regulations, the productive workers must divide the fruits of their labor with those who are lazy and idle.' And they all lived happily ever after, including the little red hen, who smiled and clucked, 'I am grateful, for now I truly understand.' But her neighbors became quite disappointed in her. She never again baked bread because she joined the 'party' and got her bread free. And all the Democrats smiled. 'Fairness' had been established. Individual initiative had died, but nobody noticed; perhaps no one cared...so long as there was free bread that 'the rich' were paying for. EPILOGUE Bill Clinton is getting $12 million for his memoirs. Hillary got $8 million for hers. That's $20 million for the memories from two people, who for eight years, repeatedly testified, under oath, that they couldn't remember anything. IS THIS A GREAT BARNYARD? OR WHAT?
This was sent to me in an e-mail. I liked the part about Bill and Hillary, Ha !
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23 comments:
Oh I'm just cringing at the very situation - past and future that this story signifies.
You ain't seen nothing yet...LOLMarie Antionette
So true, so true. I used to use the story of the little red hen to motivate my kids, but I think this is a more honest portrayal.
Valerie
Sadly, I'm afraid it's true. I worry for my kid and her friends futures...
Sadly, I'm afraid it's true. I worry for my kid and her friends futures...
Good post. Hope you are having a great night...hugs...m..
I always liked the story of the little red hen. Now it is a little scary! I am afraid that times are going to get worse and worse.
Oh, Theresa, this is scary!!
BE a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Hi Theresa
Sad but true isn't it? It did use to be just a child's story when did it become so real I wonder....
Well Theresa I would have you over for butter tarts and tea if you were a little closer.
have a nice evening..
Judi
Oh, Theresa, I just knew we were going to be quick friends! As scary as it is, I'm so afraid this is the road we're on. Think all of us 'hens' had better start cackling louder, KWIM?! Great post!
Diane
Hi Theresa!
Thanks for putting some laughter in my very early Wednesday morning! So happy you stopped by...you're welcome back, anytime! Have a good one!
Oh my! Share the wealth. I won't be purchasing either memoir. As a matter of fact, I won't even check them out from the library for free.
Cute, cute story!
Forgot to mention...love the Gaither Vocal Band. Just can't beat them!
Oh Theresa, this was Scary,and to be continued! Nancy
Sooo true unfortunately! I know I am scared!
Yep, I agree that this seems to be what is happening. Scary!
It is a sad situation, I fear for my Grandchild. I was always taught & taught my kids the only way to have anything was to work for it. Now I fear those days are over.
Hi Theresa :)
That is so funny, but sadly so true LOL
hugs,
rue
Happy Valentine's Day, dear Theresa!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)
Sadder times are yet ahead, I'm afraid.
I used to like this Red Hen story, but applying it to real life? Not so fun, is it...
Hi Theresa,
Many thanks for stopping by. We appreciate your prayers.
hugs
This was great! I have to pass that one around. Good post Theresa!
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