Somewhere, there, is an analogy, in a small way, if you have the patience for it. But I guess it isn't a very good anecdote. I'm better at animal stories.
Three be the things I shall never attain: Envy, content, and sufficient champagne.
All I have to be thankful for in this world is that I was sitting down when my garter busted.
Age before beauty, and pearls before swine.
A hangover is the wrath of grapes.
The best way to keep children at home is to make the home atmosphere pleasant, and let the air out of the tires.