By Eric Houdek
As Erica has stated, Waiting for Godot is different from reality due to short term memory lapses by the characters, the concept that time is skewed, and the day is repeated. I think all of these propsitions tie together. By presenting the concept that time is skewed by presenting repeating days and unreliable memories, Beckett makes it clear that the specifics of the play are not important. If they were, the audience would have a clear understanding of exactly when and where the play takes place. However, by making time and events unreliable, it becomes apparent that this play is universal. It can be occurring anywhere and at anytime, and it applies to all of mankind.