The homework is good. You're spending a lot of time to get it right.

Born again?! No, I'm not. Excuse me for getting it right the first time.

We're in the exploratory phase right now, but we've been working on this for a long time and think it's a possibility.

We can't put that to the city -- the city can't afford it.

We're sending a mixed message to our developers, and it's a shame.

Take time to reflect. If you failed the time before, ask yourself 'What got in the way?' Recognize it and don't do it this time.