With an even number of socks in a load of laundry.
I would like to know the meaning of the next sentence. Now I'd settle for coming out with an even number of socks in a load of laundry.
When I was a little girl, I used to dream I'd be the first woman on the moon. Then later I thought I might want to make great scientific discoveries. It's amazing how your goals change over the years. Now I'd settle for coming out with an even number of socks in a load of laundry.
Top answer
She is satisfied with a modest goal: that she washes all the socks, not forgetting one under the bed.
— Mister Micawber
She is satisfied with a modest goal: that she washes all the socks, not forgetting one under the bed.
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