Quote by James Russell Lowell

In creating, the only hard thing is to begin: a grass blade's no easier to make than an oak.

In creating, the only hard thing is to begin: a grass blade'

Summary

This quote emphasizes that the difficulty lies not in the size or complexity of a task, but in taking the first step towards accomplishing it. Whether it is a small project like creating a grass blade or a monumental one like constructing an oak tree, the challenge exists in initiating the process itself. It serves as a reminder that every great achievement requires the courage and determination to start, disregarding the perceived scale of the endeavor.

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Creation

By James Russell Lowell

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