Quote of the day
The Brooklyn Bridge is one of my favorite buildings. I’ve studied its history and the story of how it was built is also a favorite.
Here’s a great quote from one of the bridge’s engineers:
Man is after all a finite being in capacities and powers of doing actual work. but when it comes to planning, one mind can in a few hours think out enough work to keep a thousand men employed for years. -Washington Roebling
Here’s an essay I wrote about design, engineering and the Brooklyn Bridge.
This quote about the Brooklyn Bridge is truly inspiring. It highlights the immense mental and physical effort involved in bringing a grand vision to life. It’s a great reminder that behind every incredible achievement is a combination of careful planning and hard work. This resonates with anyone who’s ever worked on a big project—no matter the field. It’s a call to dream big and have the perseverance to follow through.