The Grimm Brothers’ “Brave Little Tailor” fairy tale starts with the Tailor killing seven flies in one blow. He is so inspired that he makes himself a “Seven in One Blow” belt, and sets off into the world. He defeats a giant, who is intimidated by his belt, then continues on a life of wonderful adventures.
I remembered the Brave Little Tailor because I just caught a fly in a paper cup and released it out my window!
I had seen it circling my apartment during my zoom meeting. It was big, a house fly not a fruit fly. It easily dodged my flailing coaster. Its reflexes outmatched my ability to slam the cup down quickly.
So instead I moved as slow as I was able and it worked… I shook the cup and heard the fly inside!
I was so pleased and eager for you to appreciate my triumph. As the new owner of a belt-sized loom, I now appreciate the Brave Little Tailor for his weaving inspiration.