Always be ready to speak your mind, and a base man will avoid you. William Blake
The secret of success is to be ready when your opportunity comes. Benjamin Disraeli
A patriot must always be ready to defend his country against his government. Edward Abbey
When a needle falls into a deep well, many people will look into the well, but few will be ready to go down after it. Guinea Proverb
Too many barbers would be ready to shave the beard of a beardless man. Bulgarian Proverb
He who lends out his door should be ready for the cold blowing wind. African Proverb