Quote by Henry David Thoreau

Youth gets together with their materials to build a bridge to the moon or maybe a palace on earth; then in middle age they decide to build a woodshed with them instead.

Youth gets together with their materials to build a bridge t

Summary

This quote highlights a shift in priorities as people age. In their youth, individuals are ambitious and dream of accomplishing great things, represented by building a bridge to the moon or a palace on earth. However, as they enter middle age, they often opt for a more practical and realistic approach. The quote implies that they settle for constructing a simple woodshed instead, symbolizing a shift from lofty ambitions to more practical and attainable goals due to the responsibilities and realities of adult life.

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By Henry David Thoreau

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