Sunday, March 27, 2011

Norwegian Proverbs

Top Ten Norwegian Proverbs:

  • 10: Do not sell the hide until you have shot the bear.

  • 9: A small grass tuft can topple a big cart load.

  • 8: Carve your good words in stone, the bad in snow.

  • 7: Behind the clouds, the sky is always blue.

  • 6: No one can help someone who will not help themselves.

  • 5: There is hope as long as your fishing line is in the water.

  • 4: Do not report the weather while standing in a garage.

  • 3: An empty head gets the easiest sleep.

  • 2: No such thing as bad weather, only bad clothing.

  • 1: More cooks make a bigger mess.

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