A swarm in May is worth a load of hay; a swarm in June is worth a silver spoon; but a swarm in July is not worth a fly.
Softly, softly, catchee monkey.
There's honour among thieves.
Misery loves company.
Devil makes work for idle hands to do - The.
As you sow so shall you reap Link to proverb.
Man is known by his friends - A.