The Pomegranate and Apple-Tree disputed as to which was the most beautiful.[1] When their argument was at its height, a Bramble from the neighboring hedge lifted up its voice, and said in a boastful tone: “Pray, my dear friends, in my presence at least cease from such vain disputings.”

[1] But, wait a minute—how would they even know? Trees don’t have eyes.

Moral of the story: Please don’t talk about how pretty you are. It’s gross.