Quote by Fran Lebowitz

As a teenager you are at the last stage in your life when you will be happy to hear that the phone is for you.

As a teenager you are at the last stage in your life when yo

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This quote suggests that during adolescence, receiving a phone call is seen as something exciting and enjoyable. It implies that as individuals grow older, this type of anticipation diminishes. As a teenager, communication via phone often signifies social involvement, connection, and recognition. However, as responsibilities and life situations change, such calls may become more mundane or even burdensome. The quote captures the unique joy and importance that teenagers may attach to having their name called for a phone conversation, highlighting a stage of life where such simple pleasures are cherished.

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