There's no easy quick way out, we're gonna have to live through our whole lives, win, lose, or draw.
Having lost sight of our objectives, we redoubled our efforts.
A lump in the throat is worth two on the head.
Some is more equal than others, as is well known. (Tammananny Tiger)
Eventually every man gotta face the problem of tryin' to figger if it's worthwhile to prove that he is himself.
Flattery looks like friendship, just like a wolf looks like a dog. Food for thought is no substitute for the real thing.