Six Caribbean proverbs and wise sayings you need to know today

Nduta Waweru August 31, 2018

When you hab plenty, member rainy day

When you have abundance, save for scarce times. Mainly used in Antigua, this proverb cautions people against spending everything they have without setting aside some for a rainy day.

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