Aesop's Fables

#281 The Traveler and His Dog

A Traveler about to set out on a journey saw his Dog stand at the door stretching himself.

He asked him sharply: "Why do you stand there gaping? Everything is ready but you, so come with me instantly!"

The Dog, wagging his tail, replied: "O master! I am quite ready; it is you for whom I am waiting."

MORAL: The loiterer often blames delay on his more active friend.