The Swallow and the Crow

The Swallow and the Crow had an argument one day about their plumage. The Swallow said: "Just look at my bright and downy feathers. Your black stiff quills are not worth having. Why don't you dress better? Show a little pride!"
 "Your feathers may do very well in spring," replied the Crow, "but—I don't ever remember seeing you around in winter, and that's when I enjoy myself most." Moral of the story: 
Friends in fine weather only, are not worth much. Created as part of the Aesopica collection by Storytime DAO project. Find more at: aesopsfables.storytimedao.eth