"A friend of mine said, no matter what I do I always look like an English teacher. She actually said, you still look like a Campbell's Soup kid"
- Kate Clinton
About this Quote
This quote by Kate Clinton is an amusing take on the concept of looking a particular way. The speaker's pal is implying that no matter what the speaker does, they will always look like an English teacher. This is likely a joke about the speaker's look, as the friend then follows up with a contrast to a Campbell's Soup kid. This comparison is likely indicated to be lighthearted and funny, as it indicates that the speaker looks young and innocent. The quote is a funny way of poking fun at the speaker's appearance, while likewise suggesting that they look youthful and innocent. It is an easy going method of making fun of the speaker's appearance, while also showing that the buddy finds them endearing.
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