It does seem so pleasant to talk with an old acquaintance who knows what you know. I see so many new folks nowadays who seem to have neither past nor future. Conversation has got to have some root in the past, or else you have got to explain every remark you make, and it wears a person out.

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This quote emphasizes the value of conversing with familiar individuals who share a common knowledge base. The speaker finds it pleasant because there is an inherent understanding and relatability that comes from shared experiences. They express frustration with having to constantly explain themselves to new acquaintances who lack a sense of history or context. The quote implies that meaningful conversation requires some connection to the past in order to avoid the exhaustive task of providing constant explanations.

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