Acknowledge Quote by Ellen DeGeneres
“I appreciate your giving my book -- and in no small way, me -- a chance. To thank you, I really wanted to acknowledge all of you in the book. Unfortunately, I didn't have enough room for each name. So I've put in a code name that stands for all of you reading this book. The name is 'Mom.' It will be our little secret. So when you see 'Mom' in the acknowledgments, you'll know I'm really talking about you. And don't let my mother try to tell you otherwise.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: 2022 Book Launch Event, Ellen DeGeneres, 2022
The author thanks supporters by embedding a secret code name “Mom” in acknowledgments, turning gratitude into a shared, private joke.
In simple terms: A hidden name honors readers as “Mom.”
Key Takeaway
Use subtle symbols to show appreciation.
Themes
gratitude
creativity
community
Mood
playful
grateful
intimate
Type
personal
creative
When to use this quote
- author events
- fan engagement
- social media interaction
- publishing acknowledgments
Key Concepts
personal branding
symbolic acknowledgment
Questions to Reflect On
- How can hidden messages deepen connection?
- What are risks of ambiguous acknowledgments?
A Different Perspective
Some may not understand the code.
