The Two Beetles
Two beetles once lived on a small island. The two beetles were very close friends. The first beetle loved wet earth and old leaves. The second beetle always dreamed of big green gardens. In cold winter the second beetle flew to the big island.
There he found sweet fruit and beautiful flowers. The first beetle stayed home and ate very little. In spring the travelling beetle came back to his old island. He told his friend about the fine food and the rich life. He was very surprised at this poor and muddy life.
The first beetle smiled and spoke in a calm voice. "You ate very well there, but I lived in peace here." The travelling beetle saw his friend's happiness at home. The two friends hugged and stayed together again. Everyone is happy at home, in his own way. East or west, home is best.