In a world that thrives on instant gratification, patience is often overlooked. We chase quick results, crave overnight success, and expect perfection on the first try. But true craftsmanship—true artistry—demands time. It requires patience, persistence, and the understanding that the best things in life cannot be rushed.
Six years ago, I pulled a large piece of Chinese Chestnut from the firewood pile at my workshop. What was once destined to heat my childhood home was now set to be given a second life. I knew it would take years for the wood to dry out enough to use, but I was willing to wait. Over time, I acquired the right tools, sharpened my skills, and refined my vision for what this wood could become.
When the moment finally arrived to bring my vision to life, impatience got the best of me. I rushed forward, eager to see the finished product, and paid the price. A critical failure in the epoxy pour—a mistake that could have been avoided had I exercised more care. It was a humbling lesson. I could have let that failure define the project, but instead, I chose to adapt. I worked with the mistake, salvaging the pieces, and let the process guide me rather than forcing my will upon it.
This experience taught me that patience isn’t just about waiting; it’s about growing. It’s about allowing time to shape not only the project but also the person creating it. Sometimes, what we initially envision isn’t what we ultimately produce—but that doesn’t make it wrong. It makes it real.
In the end, the tables turned out even better than I had imagined all those years ago—despite their imperfections. And more importantly, they carry a lesson within them: a reminder that patience, even in the face of failure, leads to something truly meaningful.
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