We make more enemies by what we say than friends by what we do.... >>
To him who gives you a capon you may spare a leg and a wing.... >>
The paunch warm, the foot sleepy.... >>
There is no beast so savage but sports with its mate.... >>
Though the sun shines, leave not your cloak at home.... >>
The best you get is an even break.... (French) >>
Better wear out shoes than sheets.... (English) >>
Don't empty the water jar until the rain falls... (English) >>
Age and wedlock bring a man to his nightcap.... (English) >>
A handfull of patience is worth a bushel of brains... (Russian) >>