The Makers of Things

Inspired by Obama's inaugural address, I'd like to use this blog to capture my thoughts on the 'makers of things'. I'll elaborate more, but this is intended to be the place to let those thoughts fall and be consumed by the world at will.

Excerpt from Obama's inaugural address:

In reaffirming the greatness of our nation, we understand that greatness is never a given. It must be earned. Our journey has never been one of shortcuts or settling for less. It has not been the path for the faint-hearted — for those who prefer leisure over work, or seek only the pleasures of riches and fame. Rather, it has been the risk-takers, the doers, the makers of things — some celebrated but more often men and women obscure in their labor, who have carried us up the long, rugged path towards prosperity and freedom.

Let us wander into the world of the doers...

- M