The worst feature of a new baby is its mother's singing.
Some people pay a compliment as if they expected a receipt.
Gossip is vice enjoyed vicariously - the sweet, subtle satisfaction without the risk.
There's many a slip twixt the blueprints and a new house.
The safe way to double your money is to fold it over once and put it in your pocket.
Knowin' all about baseball is just about as profitable as bein' a good whittler.