1614 American Proverbs / Page 4
61. A fox does not smell his own stench.
62. A friend at hand is better than a relative at a distance.
63. A friend is easier lost than found.
64. A friend won with a feather can be lost with a straw.
65. A friend's envy is worse than an enemy's hatred.
66. A full ear of corn will bend its head; an empty ear will stand upright.
67. A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfect without trials.
68. A genius does not shout his wisdom from the housetops.
69. A gentle disposition is like an unruffled stream.
70. A gift is better than a promise.
71. A girl with cotton stockings never sees a mouse.
72. A good cause finds weapons to defend it.
73. A good doctor treats both the patient and the disease.
74. A good dog deserves a good bone.
75. A good example is the best sermon.
76. A good friend is someone who will bail you out of jail, but your best friend is the one sitting next to you saying "that was fucking awesome".
77. A good garden always has weeds.
78. A good remedy for anger is delay.
79. A good reputation stands still; a bad one runs.
80. A good son makes a good husband.