P R O V E R B SWhen the cat is away the mice will play.
= When the person in authority is not around, those under him will take
advantage of his absence.
You cannot teach an old dog new tricks.
= As people get older, they tend to be less receptive of changes.
Let sleeping dogs lie.
= Do not do anything that will bring unnecessary troubles.
Barking dogs seldom bite.
= One who utters threats loudly need not be taken seriously as one seldom
carries out the threats.
A bird in hand is worth two in the bush.
= Something one already has is better than that one has yet to get.
Fine feathers make fine birds.
= Smart clothing makes a person look more impressive than he really is.
Don't change horses in mid-stream.
= One should not make cahanges half-way through.
Don't count your chickens before they are hatched.
= One should not boast about one's success before one achieves it.