He that would fish, must venture his bait.
If you want a neat wife, choose her on a Saturday.
Be slow in choosing a friend, slower in changing.
I am about courting a girl I have had but little acquaintance with. How shall I come to a knowledge of her faults, and whether she has the virtues I imagine she has? Answer. Commend her among her female acquaintances.
When men are employed they are best contented.
The early morning has gold in its mouth.