Try as one may, it is impossible to deny one's nature

Equals make the best friends.

While I see many hoof marks going in, I see none coming out. It is easier to get into the enemy's toils than out again.

Appearances are often deceiving.

Thinking to get at once all the gold the goose could give, he killed it and opened it only to find-nothing.

It pays to be prepared.

Children are not to be blamed for the faults of their parents.