[To Mrs. Claypool] That woman? You know why I was with her? She reminds me of you. In fact, that's why I'm sitting here with you - because you remind me of you!
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- A self-deprecating joke comparing a woman to the listener by saying the listener reminds him of himself.
- In plain terms
- You remind me of me because I am here with you.
- What can you take from it?
- Humor used to defuse awkward social situations.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you handle awkwardness?
- What makes a good joke?
Another view
It can come off as confusing or self-absorbed.
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