Quote by Philip Johnson

I hate vacations. If you can build buildings, why sit on the beach?

I hate vacations. If you can build buildings, why sit on the

Summary

This quote suggests a distaste for taking vacations and a preference for being productive. It implies that if one possesses the skills and opportunities to create something meaningful (like building structures), they see little value in the idleness often associated with beach vacations. The quote reflects a mindset emphasizing constant productivity and achievement over leisure and relaxation.

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