Shy duck, do not hide out of fear. When the quacks of your brethren turn from sincerity to ampullosity, your virtuous voice is all the more needed.

Shy duck, the scamper for either bread bits or sesame sticks does not necessitate advantage to the pugnacious; stand your patient ground away from the chaos and let hope inspire both a smile and a sprinkle of love your way.

Shy duck, when a result of squandermania is an encroachment on your pond, be ready to leave, but share your presence of resplendence with others so that empathetic hearts will fight for your home’s survival.

Shy duck, face in feathers may feel safe to you, but letting the world see your uniquely nacreous bill will attract wonder and interest and those comforts you desire–it will. : )