I give a present to the mother but I think of the daughter.
More German Proverbs:
Opportunity only knocks once.German
Silence and reflection cause no dejection.
German
Many take by the bushel, and give with the spoon.
German
Samson was a strong man, but he could not pay money before he had it.
German
Gold goes in at any gate.
German
New brooms sweep clean.
German