Quote by Sir John Mortimer

When you get to my age life seems little more than one long march to and from the lavatory.

When you get to my age life seems little more than one long

Summary

This quote suggests that as we age, life becomes dominated by the need to constantly visit the bathroom. It highlights how the basic bodily functions and everyday tasks can take center stage during old age, symbolizing a diminished quality of life. The quote's use of hyperbole and humor underscores the inevitable decline in physical abilities that come with aging and offers a lighthearted perspective on the challenges faced by the elderly.

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