Keyword: Pride

Always try to be modest… and be VERY proud of it!

Characteristics

Too poor to paint, too proud to whitewash.

Miscellaneous

Humans are not proud of their ancestors, and rarely invite them round to dinner.

(1952 – 2001) English writer, dramatist, & musician
Characteristics Eating Food/Drink People

One of the best temporary cures for pride and affectation is sea-sickness; a man who wants to vomit never puts on airs.

(1818 – 1885) humorist
Characteristics

I'm proud of my humility.

Characteristics

The fundamental defect of fathers is that they want their children to be a credit to them.

(1872 – 1970) British philosopher, mathematician, historian & social critic
Characteristics Children Family Fathers

As proud as pea soup.

Mixed metaphors