A Rolling Stone Gathers No Moss

( a person who keeps moving does not get stuck ... )

A rolling stone gathers no moss means it is best to keep moving and not stay too long in one place. Example: "Why don't you get married and have a family?" Reply: "A rolling stone gathers no moss."

A rolling stone is a person who keeps moving and a rolling stone gathers no moss says that staying in motion keeps one young. Example: "My uncle Bob is a lot of fun. He has lived in so many places." Reply: "A rolling stone gathers no moss."