Quote by G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

If there were only turnips and potatoes in the world, someone would complain that plants grow the wrong way.

If there were only turnips and potatoes in the world, someon

Summary

This quote seeks to highlight the tendency of human beings to always find something to complain about, regardless of the circumstances. Even in a simplified scenario where there are limited food options like turnips and potatoes, someone would still find a reason to criticize and complain about the way plants grow. It suggests that being discontent and finding flaws is part of human nature and reveals the inclination to always desire more or better, even when the situation may seem satisfactory to others.

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Food

By G. C. (Georg Christoph) Lichtenb

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