One positive occurrence might be nice, but it’ll take more than one to ensure that something (like summer) is here to stay.Italian wisdom has abbreviated the original a bit, but the meaning remains timeless.In Italian or English, this one tells us to act early in order to get ahead of others, which will probably ensure some measure of success.Both this proverb and its English equivalent, “Give them an inch and they’ll take a mile,” comments on how people can or may take advantage of someone.My father-in-law explained this to me when he welcomed me into the family.It means that a woman elevates the character, space and value of a house. When you say you’re making a thing or situation like cheese on macaroni, it means that you’re making it perfect.Italian proverbs cover all areas of existence, even health, and Italy is famous for its fabulous wine. Or Italian people and their way of life.