Quote by Jay Trachman

Those who cannot remember the past will spend a lot of time looking for their cars in mall parking lots.

Those who cannot remember the past will spend a lot of time

Summary

This quote is a humorous play on memory and the consequences of forgetting. It implies that people who have a poor memory or fail to learn from their past experiences will struggle with simple tasks, such as recalling where they parked their cars. The quote suggests that the inability to remember or learn from the past can lead to wasted time and frustration in mundane situations. Overall, the quote serves as a witty reminder of the importance of memory and learning from our past.

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Memory

By Jay Trachman

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