Omar's Clock
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When Omar inherited a clock from his grandfather, he placed it in a prominent position on his bookcase, even though the clock did not keep accurate time. He enjoyed it and was not disturbed when it refused to continue running.

The clock became a focal point for conversation. "Hey, that clock isn't right, is it?" "Omar, your clock has run down." "Does this clock work?"

One day Omar told Giovanni that he was considering having the clock repaired, not because he wanted it to keep time, but because he was tired of discussing its inaccuracy. Giovanni went over to the clock, removed both of its hands, and wrote NOW across the clockface.

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