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Too Many Boats for Not Enough River
Muito barco para pouco rio.
What river did I get inspiration from?
In Porto, Portugal.
In Porto, the Douro River is the main attraction for locals and tourists.
The tranquil beauty of a river often serves as an idyllic backdrop for leisurely boat rides and a respite from bustling urban life.
The Attraction and Its Consequences.
This picturesque river holds a magnetic appeal for locals seeking solace and tourists searching for new experiences.
Its gentle current and scenic surroundings draw in countless boating enthusiasts, resulting in an influx of vessels eager to navigate its waters.
Yet, when this influx is not proportionate to the river’s dimensions, it may create a cascade of problems.
Here there are many boats but the river seems to welcome every one of them.
“Too much boat for not enough river.”
This colloquial expression is often used to describe a situation where excessive resources or effort are being put into a purpose that doesn’t justify…