A pig’s life, short and sweet.
More French Proverbs:
He who turns aside avoids danger.French
The nimblest footman is a false tale.
French
Be a horse ever so well shod, he may slip.
French
The best you get is an even break.
French
The art of pleasing is the art of deceiving.
French
A hawk's marriage: the hen is the better bird.
French