The OP is missing the point here, the entire saying rests on the presumption that you have the necessary skill. As another saying goes, "luck favors the prepare

The OP is missing the point here, the entire saying rests on the presumption that you have the necessary skill. As another saying goes, "luck favors the prepared mind". Skill and ability are considered prerequisites to creation--mixed with a little serendipity, and you'd be onto something. [1] - the role of luck in scientific discoveries, applicable. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role_of_chance_in_scientific_discoveries http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Role_of_chance_in_scientific_di...