Once the rice is pudding, it’s too late to reclaim the rice.
More Indonesian Proverbs:
The firm tree does not fear the storm.Indonesian
When you begin to understand the situation, you know you must have been ill-informed.
Indonesian
A fire will sear and the sun burn yet more, but neither can match the ardor of a man's heart.
Indonesian
Different men have different opinions; Some like apples, some onions.
Indonesian
The sea becomes the shore, the shore becomes the sea.
Indonesian
Before you let your voice be heard, first lick your lips.
Indonesian