Has anyone here ever chopped down a tree? Like, with an axe?

Earlier while embarking on that exact task, I remembered a quote to guide me.

“Give me six hours to chop down a tree and I will spend the first four sharpening the axe.”

Abraham Lincoln

This led me to two conclusions. Firstly, preparation is crucial. Sharpening my axe allowed me to accomplish my goal without undue resistance. This has guided me not just today, but throughout life. Second, and subsequently, I realized it takes like two fucking hours to cut down a damn tree.