The Fox and the Grapes

A hungry fox tried to help himself to a bunch ripe grapes. When he found they were out of reach, he hid his disappointment by telling himself the grapes were sour. Some people, when they can’t get what they want, make themselves feel better by pretending there is something wrong with it.

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