Many farmers still warn their children with the old proverb "possession is nine points of the law" when stressing the importance of keeping clear records.

After reviewing the report one last time, I said, 'that is it' and closed my laptop.

When the storm warning was issued, I remembered that forewarned is forearmed and stocked up on supplies.

When I finally saw the magician pull off the impossible trick, I had to admit that seeing is believing.

He kept promising to finish the project on time, but I reminded him that talk is cheap and results matter more.

When the neighbor refused to return the horse, his lawyer reminded them that possession is nine-tenths of the law.

When the last tractor broke down during the storm, everyone agreed the ox is in the ditch and we'd better call for help.

As my grandmother always reminded me, knowledge is power, so I spent every evening reading to better myself.

After years of being outmaneuvered in negotiations, this time the boot is on the other foot and she holds all the cards.

Seeing the long to-do list, she smiled and said, "your wish is my command," and immediately began working.