A good thing is soon caught up.
More Portuguese Proverbs:
The devil is not so ugly as he is painted.Portuguese
Give a grateful man more than he asks.
Portuguese
If you would grow poor without perceiving it, employ workmen and go to sleep.
Portuguese
Give orders, and do it yourself, and you will be rid of anxiety.
Portuguese
Better have friends in the market-place than money in your coffer.
Portuguese
Would you have potatoes grow by the pot-side?
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