Ordinarily when a man in difficulty turns to prayer, he has already tried every other means of escape.
The statesman shears the sheep; the politician skins them.
When you are dealing with a child, keep all your wits about you, and sit on the floor.
Charity that is always beginning at home stays there.
Better a bald head than none at all.
A home-made friend wears longer than one you buy in the market.