Quote by Richard M. DeVos

If I had some idea of a finish line, don't you think I would have crossed it years ago?

If I had some idea of a finish line, don't you think I would

Summary

This quote expresses the frustration and disappointment of someone who has been striving towards a goal but has not achieved it yet. The speaker implies that they have been working towards a certain objective for a considerable amount of time, but the lack of concrete guidance or clarity about when they will succeed has stalled their progress. The quote underlines the yearning for a clear endpoint that would provide a sense of accomplishment, suggesting that this uncertainty has hindered their progress and is a source of frustration.

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Potential

By Richard M. DeVos

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