
"In 20 years when it's fully grown I'll build you the best tree house ever."
Looking for a gift that honors the patience and skill of builders and creatives? Our collection celebrates the quiet strength, detailed work, and dedication that go into projects that require time and care. Perfect for anyone who takes pride in their craft or just enjoys appreciating the slow, steady progress of building something meaningful. From humorous mugs to inspiring prints, find a gift that speaks to the patience builders inside us all.
"In 20 years when it's fully grown I'll build you the best tree house ever."
Road sign: 'No Passing Zone... This, too, shall pass.'
'He was just saying that all things come to him who waits and, sure enough, along came a lightning bolt.'
A tortoise running along the side of the road, panting.
Armed forces waiting with nothing to do.
'He's been hiding out here for 20 years. Apparently, his buddies forgot to tell him the paintball tournament was over.'
'A representative will be with you in twelve minutes... so, if you have to go to the bathroom, please go now...'
"Try letting the ball come to you."
Snails on road - road works 'slow' sign.
"Lord, business is slow and I'm getting frustrated. If I change my name to 'Job' would that give me more PATIENTS?"
Fishing.
'I suppose the word 'patient' is used because that's what you have to be!'
Investments: Remember, Time Heals All Stocks.
"Wanna play 'Waitin’ on the Cable Guy'?"
'I'm ready! You ready?...You ready?'
Portfolio, 2014 - For a richer enjoyment, allow to age.
Waiting to do the second coat was the worst part. It was like watching paint dry.
Snail crossing
'Your novel has an up-to-the-moment breaking news quality. We intend to publish it in 2012.'
'You wouldn't believe how hard it is for me to unwind after work.'
"I think my Harry must be practicing some sort of Tantric fishing. He'll be at it for hours and not catch a thing."
Women
"I am staying ‘present,’ and presently she’s annoying me!"
"Your call is important to us. Your estimated wait time is less than five hours."
Road work next 15 years.
'This is wonderful. It will help millions of people.'
A knowledge of where the fish are likely to be located can save hours of frustration.
'I like to spend my train journeys reading fiction.' (He looks at Rail Timetable. Sign says 'Delays expected'.)
"We already changed our phone service to something or other last week, so we don't need whatever it is you have."
"Get rich slow"
'Have a little patience, Sir - We're not machines...'
Due to higher-than-usual caller volume, your wait-time is nine minutes. That's over an hour in wolverine minutes.
Yes, I am slow, but my life expectancy is way longer than yours, so I can still achieve a lot in life...
"Two minutes, 40 seconds. Next ... Two minutes, 53 seconds. Next ..."
"I see many gifts. They say do not open till Christmas."
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