I was coming home from kindergarten – well they told me it was kindergarten. I found out later I had been working in a factory for ten years. It’s good for a kid to know how to make gloves.
Meaning of the quote
This quote by American comedian Ellen DeGeneres is a humorous way of saying that sometimes children may not understand or realize what is actually happening around them. As a young child, Ellen thought she was going to kindergarten, but later found out she had been working in a factory for 10 years. The quote suggests that it can be good for kids to learn practical skills, like making gloves, even if they don't fully understand the situation at first.
About Ellen DeGeneres
Ellen DeGeneres is an American comedian, actress, television host, writer, and producer. She starred in the sitcoms Ellen and The Ellen Show, and hosted the popular talk show The Ellen DeGeneres Show for nearly 20 years. DeGeneres has won numerous awards, including 33 Daytime Emmy Awards, for her work in television and comedy.
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