Quote by Joe E. Lewis

They had me on the operating table all day. They looked into my stomach, my gall bladder, they examined everything inside of me. Know what they decided? I need glasses.

They had me on the operating table all day. They looked into

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This quote humorously highlights the irony of a lengthy medical examination resulting in a diagnosis as simple as needing glasses. It underscores the idea that sometimes the solutions to our problems can be surprisingly straightforward, despite initially overcomplicating or overanalyzing the situation. The quote serves as a reminder not to overlook the most obvious or simple explanations when seeking answers or solutions to our own challenges.

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