Why is it that men who can go through severe accidents, air raids, and any other major crisis always seems to think that they are at death’s door when they have a simple head cold?
Meaning of the quote
The quote suggests that some men tend to overreact and think they are seriously ill when they have a minor cold, even though they have survived much more severe situations like accidents or air raids. It points out the irony that these men can handle major crises but get overly worried about a simple head cold.
About Shirley Booth
Shirley Booth was an acclaimed American actress who won numerous awards, including an Academy Award, two Primetime Emmy Awards, and three Tony Awards. She was best known for her roles on stage and in the popular sitcom Hazel, and her voice work in the animated Christmas special The Year Without a Santa Claus.
More quotes from Shirley Booth
It’s OK, I guess, if you really need the money, but luckily, I’m not in that position.
American actress (1898-1992)
I’m not a betting woman, but I have $50 on Secretariat with an old director friend of mine.
American actress (1898-1992)
Why is it that men who can go through severe accidents, air raids, and any other major crisis always seems to think that they are at death’s door when they have a simple head cold?
American actress (1898-1992)
But, my dear, I knew when I was a baby what I wanted to do, and I’ll tell you, kiddo, if you don’t do what your heart tells you, you’ll never be real.
American actress (1898-1992)
There is an audience for every play; it’s just that sometimes it can’t wait long enough to find it.
American actress (1898-1992)
Actors should be overheard, not listened to, and the audience is 50 percent of the performance.
American actress (1898-1992)