while they planned how to keep themselves hidden , one man wanted to attack . today , the big city is famous for its beautiful river and elegant bridges . `` but good things come to those who wait , '' dare points out . st. louis was so far away that no one at the table , except for pappy , had ever been there , yet the city 's weather was now a crucial element in the harvest of our crops . just do it , i thought , and then i stepped into the line and let it take me . 