One book that you may find interesting is "The Dictionary of Proverbs and Their Origins" by Linda and Roger Flavell. This book delves into the origins and meanings of various proverbs and sayings, providing insights into their historical and cultural significance. It's a comprehensive guide that explores the rich tapestry of language and wisdom contained in these age-old expressions.
Above is Book on old sayings and meanings.
Here are some popular sayings from the movie Forrest Gump that are associated with the character Bubba:1. Shrimp is the fruit of the sea. You can barbecue it, boil it, broil it, bake it, sauté it. There's shrimp-kabobs, shrimp creole, shrimp gumbo. Pan fried, deep fried, stir-fried. There's pinea
1. To the love of my life, on our anniversary: I cherish every moment we've shared together and look forward to many more years of love and happiness.2. Happy anniversary to my partner in love and life. You are my rock, my joy, and my everything. Here's to us and to many more years of love and la
1. Time flies when you're having fun.2. Every minute counts.3. Don't watch the clock; do what it does. Keep going.4. Time is precious, waste it wisely.5. Clock out the excuses.6. Time is a great teacher, but unfortunately it kills all its pupils.7. The best time to start was yesterday.
1. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year. Thank you for your continued support and partnership.2. Warmest holiday wishes to you and your team. Thank you for your hard work and dedication throughout the year.3. As we celebrate the holiday season, we want to express our gr
1. Eat, drink, and be merry!2. Tis the season to indulge in delicious treats.3. Christmas calories don't count!4. Feast your way through the holidays.5. Good food, good mood.6. Christmas is the time for sharing meals with loved ones.7. May your plate be full and your heart be merry.8.
1. Keep calm and carry on.2. Bob's your uncle.3. It's raining cats and dogs.4. Mind the gap.5. Cheerio!6. The bee's knees.7. Taking the mickey.8. Having a chinwag.9. On your bike.10. Fancy a cuppa?
1. C'est la vie - Such is life2. Vive la résistance - Long live the resistance3. À la guerre comme à la guerre - In war as in war4. Mieux vaut tard que jamais - Better late than never5. Qui vivra verra - He who lives will see6. L'union fait la force - Unity is strength7. Chacun voit mid
1. The nail that sticks out gets hammered down.2. A closed mouth catches no flies.3. The tallest blade of grass is the first to be cut by the scythe.4. A frog in a well does not know the great ocean.5. Even monkeys fall from trees.6. A bird does not sing because it has an answer, it sings
1. You are the sunshine in my life, brightening up my days.2. My love for you is like a never-ending story, with each chapter more beautiful than the last.3. In your eyes, I see a reflection of my soul, and in your smile, I find my happiness.4. You are the melody to my heart's song, the rhyth
1. The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs2. Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. - Albert Schweitzer3. The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams. - E