Quote by Steven Wright

I remember when the candle shop burned down. Everyone stood around singing 'Happy Birthday.'

I remember when the candle shop burned down. Everyone stood

Summary

This dry, witty quote is a reflection on the ironic and absurd nature of certain situations. It implies a lack of awareness and understanding among people who fail to recognize the mismatch between the celebratory act of singing "Happy Birthday" and the unfortunate event of a candle shop burning down. The quote highlights the disconnect between expectation and reality, and emphasizes the sometimes comical and odd aspects of human behavior in the face of unexpected events.

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By Steven Wright

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