A watched flower never blooms, while a carelessly planted willow grows into shade.
More Chinese Proverbs:
Abroad we judge the dress; at home we judge the man.Chinese
When you are poor, you will have no visitors even if you live in a crowded city; once you become rich, you'll be surprised by visitors from alleged relatives even if you live in a remote location.
Chinese
The earth offers you a grave everywhere.
Chinese
Reticence builds a fortress in the mind.
Chinese
All things seem difficult at first.
Chinese
Insanity is doing the same thing in the same way and expecting a different outcome.
Chinese