A precipice in front of you, and wolves behind you; that is life. (Latin Proverb)
He alone is wise who can accommodate himself to all contingencies of life; but the fool contends, and struggling, like a swimmer, against the stream. (Latin Proverb)
An industrious life is the best security for food in old age. (Latin Proverb)
No man is contented with his lot in this life. (Latin Proverb)