You feel a little older in the morning. By noon I feel about 55.

Meaning of the quote

This quote means that as the day goes on, the speaker feels like they are getting older and more tired. When they first wake up in the morning, they feel a bit older than they did the day before. But by the middle of the day, they feel much older, about 55 years old. The quote is describing how our energy and how we feel can change a lot as the day progresses.

About Bob Dole

Bob Dole, a prominent American politician, served in the U.S. House of Representatives and the U.S. Senate for over 30 years. He was the Republican presidential nominee in 1996 and the vice presidential nominee in 1976. Dole had a long and distinguished career in public service, playing a key role in the Republican party and helping to shape U.S. politics for decades.

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