If somebody wants a sheep, that is proof that somebody exists. — Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
If somebody wants a sheep, that is proof that somebody exists.
Ainsi, si vous leur dites: «La preuve que le petit prince a existé c’est qu’il était ravissant, qu’il riait, et qu’il voulait un mouton. Quand on veut un mouton, c’est la preuve qu’on existe» elles hausseront les épaules et vous traiteront d’enfant! Mais si vous leur dites: «La planète d’où il venait est l’astéroïde B 612» alors elles seront convaincues, et elles vous laisseront tranquille avec leurs questions. Elles sont comme ça. Il ne faut pas leur en vouloir. Les enfants doivent être très indulgents envers les grandes personnes. (fr.)
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