Fart Quote by Molly Ivins
“All my life, I've been sort of a professional optimist, full of good cheer about matters political and journalistic. I always thought I'd get older and become an unnaturally cheerful old fart. But it's not happening.”
About This Quote
Source Book: The New York Times Column Collection, 1995
She expected aging to bring exaggerated cheerfulness but remains realistic about her temperament.
In simple terms: Aging didn't make her overly cheerful.
Key Takeaway
Accept change without forced optimism.
Themes
humor
politics
aging
Mood
reflective
wry
Type
personal
journalistic
When to use this quote
- journalism
- personal growth
- career reflection
Key Concepts
optimism
self-awareness
Questions to Reflect On
- Do you expect personality to change with age?
- How do you balance optimism and realism?
A Different Perspective
Optimism may clash with personal authenticity.
