Union gives strength.
Aesop
Profession: Author Nationality: Greek
Appearances often are deceiving.
Little friends may prove great friends.
While I see many hoof marks going in, I see none coming out. It is easier to get into the enemys toils than out again.
Beware that you do not lose the substance by grasping at the shadow.
The gods help them that help themselves.
Plodding wins the race.
I am sure the grapes are sour.
Persuasion is often more effectual than force.
Appearances are often deceiving.
After all is said and done, more is said than done.
A crust eaten in peace is better than a banquet partaken in anxiety.
Don't let your special character and values, the secret that you know and no one else does, the truth - don't let that get swallowed up by the great chewing complacency.
Better beans and bacon in peace than cakes and ale in fear.
Gratitude turns what we have into enough.