“Mischief comes by the pound and goes by the ounce.”

What tastes sweet in the mouth burns the belly.

Shoes alone know if the stocking have holes.

Don’t let one donkey choke you.

A good friend is better than money in the pocket.

Make good manners a regular part of your life.

When the ashes are cold, even a dog can sleep there.

Make the best of a bad situation, and be content with what you have.

Self praise is no recommendation.

John crow never thinks of making his house until it rains.

If you spit in the sky, it falls into your eye.

Have-nots covet what the Haves take for granted.

I came here to drink milk, not to count cows.

Every dog has his day, and every cat has his 4 o’clock.

Don’t go looking for trouble.

A patient man rides a donkey.

The peacock hides his foot when he hears about his tail.