The First Step Is Always the Hardest
(the most difficult part of accomplishing something is getting started)

- Well, Adam. Did you enjoy the concert?
- Yes, I did.
- It was  quite inspiring. I sure wish I could play the violin like the concert artist who performed this evening.
- There is no reason why you can’t. The first step is always the hardest. You’re still young. All you have to do is make up your mind to work at it.
- Do you really think I will ever be able to play like her?
- It’s hard to say at this point. But if you have enough talent and if you work hard enough, you can realize your wish. The hardest part of learning to play like that is to start taking lessons and to learn to read music. If you’re serious about starting, I have the name of an excellent music teacher.
- Wonderful. I’ll give her a call the first thing tomorrow.

From 101 American English Proverb – Understanding Language and Culture Through Commonly Used Sayings
By Harry Collis Illustrated by Mario Risso

Jennifer Díaz Green

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