In ancient times there was an Island Kingdom in the Pacific whose people were fabulously wealthy.
Even though they could have afforded to live anywhere they preferred their Island and no-one ever left.
Following the death of his father a new King was crowned and he decided to make some changes. He wanted to figure out a way of enjoying all of the wealth of his home without leaving the Island.
He consulted with the Elders of the Island and after much consideration they advised him to build a magnificent throne made of solid gold.
This was done, however to the King's dismay there wasn't enough room his for the throne in his grass hut.
An engineer from a foreign land was called in to provide advice and assistance.
Soon the King's hut was rigged with an elaborate system of ropes and pulleys. During the evening when the King slept the throne was pulled up out of the way to the roof of the hut.
During the day the throne was lowered and the King could sit in it as he entertained visitors.
Unfortunately, after a few months of constant use the ropes frayed and one night the throne fell on the King killing him.
Being wise men the Elders of the Island recognised a lesson in this experience and added it to the lore of their people with the following statement:
"People who live in grass houses shouldn't stow thrones."