Praise the sea but hang on to the land.
More Sicilian Proverbs:
When the rooster crows off the hour, don't hesitate to adjust the time.Sicilian
A purchased vineyard is tantamount to a stolen vineyard.
Sicilian
Who fails to show restraint in their youth, will be miserable in their old age.
Sicilian
He knows little who doesn't help himself.
Sicilian
The tongue is the mirror of the stomach.
Sicilian
Do what you have to do and don't watch what others do.
Sicilian