Monday, August 17, 2009

when it gets right down to it

when it gets right down to it, the individuals that are really doing interesting things and changing the world don't seem to be paying much attention to the cutting edge technologies. they're too busy conducting experiments, spending time alone, making mistakes, dreaming up new ideas, sitting in the midst of uncertainty... embracing mystery.

--keri smith

Aug 17, 2009 6:33:04 PM | ear candy, energy

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