Quote by George Carlin

Dusting is a good example of the futility of trying to put things right. As soon as you dust, the fact of your next dusting has already been established.

Dusting is a good example of the futility of trying to put t

Summary

This quote highlights the never-ending nature of certain tasks and the sense of futility in attempting to fix or perfect things. Dusting serves as a metaphor for our continuous efforts to tidy up our lives or the world around us. The quote suggests that even when we complete a chore like dusting, we are immediately faced with the realization that it will need to be done again in the future. It implies that the cycle of maintenance and imperfection is an inherent part of life, emphasizing the constant, ongoing nature of our struggles and the acceptance of their inevitability.

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