Age Quote by Sarah Louise Delany
![“[On her 101-year-old sister and herself, at 103:] We have a lot to do ... People don't understand this. They think we're sitting around in rocking chairs, which isn't at all true. Why, we don't even own a rocking chair.” quote by Sarah Louise Delany](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/e45/sarah-louise-delany-42812_age_on-her-101-year-old-sister-and-herself-a_1809483.jpg)
“[On her 101-year-old sister and herself, at 103:] We have a lot to do ... People don't understand this. They think we're sitting around in rocking chairs, which isn't at all true. Why, we don't even own a rocking chair.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Delany Sisters, 2011
Older adults remain active and engaged, defying stereotypes of inactivity.
In simple terms: Elderly can stay busy and vital.
Key Takeaway
Challenge age stereotypes.
Themes
aging
activity
stereotypes
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
personal
motivational
When to use this quote
- volunteering
- travel
- community involvement
Key Concepts
lifelong learning
active aging
Questions to Reflect On
- What activities keep you motivated?
- How can society support active seniors?
A Different Perspective
Physical limitations may exist.
![“When I go to the old folks' home, I'm gonna be sitting in a rocking chair, telling everybody how I worked with Jack [Lemmon] and Walter [Matthau].” quote by Brent Spiner](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/9aa/brent-spiner-2999_chairs_when-i-go-to-the-old-folks-home-i-m-gonn_1903571.jpg)
