Why Mr. Possum Has No Hair on His Tail
A pourquoi tale explaining the possum's hairless tail. Brer Possum once had the most beautiful, bushy tail in the animal kingdom. He was so proud of it that he spent all his time grooming and displaying it, neglecting to gather food for the winter. When winter came, Brer Possum was starving. He went to Brer Rabbit and begged for food. Brer Rabbit, always the trickster, offered him a deal: if Brer Possum would let Brer Rabbit cut off his beautiful tail, Brer Rabbit would give him food for the entire winter. Brer Possum refused at first, but as hunger grew, he reluctantly agreed. Brer Rabbit cut