Speak softly and carry a big stick Link to proverb.
You can't make a silk purse out of a sow's ear.
Those who do not learn from history are doomed to repeat it.
Big fleas have little fleas upon their back to bite 'em Link to proverb.
Carpe diem (Pluck the day; Seize the day).
Procrastination is the thief of time Link to proverb.
Place for everything and everything in its place - A.