History abounds with tales of experts who
were convinced that the ideas, plans, and projects of others could never be achieved.
However, accomplishment came to those who said, "I can make it happen."
The Italian sculptor Agostino d'Antonio worked diligently on a large piece
of marble. Unable to
produce his desired masterpiece, he lamented, "I can do nothing
with it." Other sculptors also worked this difficult piece of marble, but to no
avail. Michelangelo discovered the stone and visualized the possibilities in it. His
"I-can-make-it-happen" attitude resulted in one of the world's masterpieces -
David.
The experts of Spain concluded that Columbus's plans to discover a new and
shorter route to the West Indies was virtually impossible. Queen Isabella and King
Ferdinand ignored the report of the experts. "I can make it happen," Columbus
persisted. And he did. Everyone knew the world was flat, but not Columbus. The Nina, the
Pinta, the Santa Maria, along with Columbus and his small band of followers, sailed to
"impossible" new lands and thriving resources.
Even the great Thomas Alva Edison discouraged his friend, Henry Ford, from
pursuing his fledgling idea of a motorcar. Convinced of the worthlessness of the idea,
Edison invited Ford to come and work for him. Ford remained committed and tirelessly
pursued his dream. Although his first attempt resulted in a vehicle without reverse gear,
Henry Ford knew he could make it happen. And, of course, he did.
"Forget it," the experts advised Madame Curie. They agreed
radium was a scientifically impossible idea. However, Marie Curie insisted, "I can
make it happen."
Let's not forget our friends Orville and Wilbur Wright. Journalists,
friends, armed forces specialists, and even their father laughed at the idea of an
airplane. "What a silly and insane way to spend money. Leave flying to the
birds," they jeered. "Sorry," the Wright brothers responded. "We have
a dream, and we can make it happen." As a result, a place called Kitty Hawk, North
Carolina, became the setting for the launching of their "ridiculous" idea.
Finally, as you read these accounts under the magnificent lighting of your
environment, consider the plight of Benjamin Franklin. He was admonished to stop the
foolish experimenting with lighting. What an absurdity and waste of time! Why, nothing
could outdo the fabulous oil lamp. Thank goodness Franklin knew he could make it happen.
You too can make it happen!
2 comments:
After I read this story, I think that should know about history another country because it want to know happen.
Do not dare to do anything you want to. Be curious and passionate to do what you love. This story is a good example of being able to do anything in what you dream of. Even it is hard to do but please be patient and take it seriously, then you can have it done successfully.
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