Quote by Steven Wright

Today I dialed a wrong number...The other person said, Hello? and I said, Hello, could I speak to Joey?...They said, Uh...I don't think so...he's only 2 months old. I said, I'll wait.

Today I dialed a wrong number...The other person said, Hello

Summary

This quote humorously captures a miscommunication that occurs when the speaker dials the wrong number, intending to speak to someone named Joey. Despite realizing the mistake, the speaker insists on waiting, thereby emphasizing their persistence and light-hearted approach to the situation. It highlights the unpredictable and amusing experiences that can arise from simple phone conversations.

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