A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence. —James N. Watkins
“A river cuts through rock, not because of its power, but because of its persistence.”

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Vusi Mbatha from Bellair Durban  FEBRUARY 12, 2022
Inspiring
Joseph Meeks from Columbus Ohio JANUARY 17, 2021
VERY GOOD STATEMENT....ALSO VERY VERY TRUE😆👍
Bubba from Dayton, Tx JULY 22, 2018
And the rock merely changes slowly over time to accommodate the rushing water, which is stronger?
Steve from Mo  SEPTEMBER 24, 2017
Great quote!
Alicia from Washington, DC, USA SEPTEMBER 18, 2017
Do the right thing. Repeat. Your character will get you through the hard places.
lot from mumbai JANUARY 25, 2017
nice
Melinda from south Jersey MAY 22, 2016
wear 'em out!
Roberto from Fajardo, Puerto Rico! MAY 19, 2016
Patience and persistence are good friends!!
Dianne k from Cleveland MAY 19, 2016
The strength of the spirit

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