The desire for imaginary benefits often involves the loss of present blessings.

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 deceiving.

Good things come in small packages.

The quarrels of friends are the opportunities of foes.

Affairs are easier of entrance than of exit; and it is but common prudence to see our way out before we venture in.

There can be little liking where there is no likeness.