That is the way the habit is acquired; and now, when responsibility claims them, they think that if they had only gone yesterday they would have obtained the situation, or they can probably get one to-morrow.

They remember plenty of chances to make money, or know how to make it some other time than now; they see how to improve themselves or help others in the future, but perceive no opportunity in the present.

They cannot _seize their opportunity_.
Joe Stoker, rear brakeman on the -- -- accommodation train, was exceedingly popular with all the railroad men.

The passengers liked him, too, for he was eager to please and always ready to answer questions.

But he did not realize the full responsibility of his position.