My mom said the only reason men are alive is for lawn care and vehicle maintenance.

Meaning of the quote

The quote suggests that the comedian's mother believes men's main purposes in life are to take care of the lawn and fix vehicles. This viewpoint portrays a stereotypical and somewhat humorous generalization about gender roles and the perceived responsibilities of men. The quote highlights how some people may have outdated or biased opinions about the appropriate tasks and duties of different genders.

About Tim Allen

Tim Allen is an American actor and comedian best known for his roles in the sitcoms Home Improvement and Last Man Standing. He has also voiced Buzz Lightyear in the Toy Story franchise and played Santa Claus in The Santa Clause films. Tim Allen has appeared in a variety of popular movies over the years, including Jungle 2 Jungle, Galaxy Quest, and Wild Hogs.

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