Quote by Steven Wright

One night I walked home very late and fell asleep in somebody's satellite dish. My dreams were showing up on TV's all over the world.

One night I walked home very late and fell asleep in somebod

Summary

This quote presents a whimsical scenario where the speaker, after walking home late, unintentionally falls asleep on a satellite dish. Their dreams are then broadcasted worldwide, appearing on various televisions. The quote highlights the idea that our actions can unknowingly have far-reaching consequences and that the unassuming moments in our lives may have unexpected and surprising impacts on others. It invites us to consider the hidden ways in which our existence can intertwine with the lives of others, even in the most unlikely of circumstances.

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