Quote by Steven Wright

There's a fine line between fishing and just standing on the shore like an idiot.

There's a fine line between fishing and just standing on the

Summary

This quote, often attributed to American writer Steven Wright, suggests that there is a distinction between actively engaging in an activity and appearing to do so without any actual involvement. It implies that it is pointless to simply observe or pretend to be participating in an activity, such as fishing, if one is not truly engaged or making an effort. The quote humorously implies that one should actively participate and put in genuine effort in order to make the most of any endeavor.

By Steven Wright

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