Writing Challenge #4

I have heard from at least two of you that you would be interested in another writing challenge. Here are the rules and the new due date:

1) I give you a "moral." (See below)
2) You write a 500-600 word story that reflects this moral.
3) Send it to me via the "Send Me an Email" gadget on the right sidebar of my blog. (Or just through my email if you have my address.) Please include your name or an alias. Thanks!
4) The due date is January 15, a little over a week away. Shortly thereafter I will post the winners.

Please have fun! That is the most important part of this contest. Don't be afraid to come up with something strange, that's what makes it fun. Just enjoy being creative! Now for the moral. Drum roll please!

Appearances are often deceiving.

You should be able to do anything from lighthearted to deep with this moral from one of Aesop's Fables. I'm very excited to see what you send me and I hope this is good timing for you to participate! Have a good week!