While exploring a new path, the thirsty rabbit gentleman Uncle Wiggily discovers a pool but finds a sign from Alice (of Wonderland fame) warning him not to drink until she arrives. Despite his thirst and the arrival of a hungry bear who intends to eat him, Uncle Wiggily patiently respects the warning. The impatient bear ignores the sign, drinks from the pool, and shrinks away into nothingness. Alice then appears, explaining the pool contained dangerous shrinking water (a "tear pool" from her story) and her sign saved Uncle Wiggily, demonstrating the value of patience and heeding warnings.

While exploring a new path, the thirsty rabbit gentleman Uncle Wiggily discovers a pool but finds a sign from Alice (of Wonderland fame) warning him not to drink until she arrives. Despite his thirst and the arrival of a hungry bear who intends to eat...

Uncle Wiggily And The Tear Pool | Howard R. Garis Stories