10 Funny Christmas Quotes to Describe Jane Austen’s Characters
Only a true Austenite will appreciate them all… (Well, An Austenite and somebody who likes the movie Elf.) Enjoy!
10. “We Elves Stick To The Four Main Food Groups: Candy, Candy Canes, Candy Corn, And Syrup.”
:: Mr. Woodhouse’s nightmare come to life; it’s even worse than wedding cake!
9. “There’s room for everyone on the nice list.”
:: Jane Bennet’s life philosophy, in a nutshell.
8. “I like to whisper too.”
:: Isabella Thorpe sticking her nose in all the gossip of Bath.
7. “I’m A Cotton-Headed Ninny Muggins.”
:: Mr. Darcy, using his strongest language to describe his arrogant behavior with Elizabeth. Plus Georgiana’s reaction, probably.
6. “I Just Like To Smile. Smiling’s My Favorite.”
:: Both Louisa and Henrietta Musgrove! (I have a soft spot for them both, I think I might need to write them a story.)
5. “I just wanted a hug!”
:: Lucy Steele, when she shares the truth of her engagement with Mrs. Dashwood.
4. “You Sit On A Throne Of Lies.”
:: Emma when she finally gets to confront Frank Churchill…
3. “I’m sorry I ruined your [life] and crammed 11 cookies into the VCR.”
:: Emma’s vibe every time she realizes she steered Harriet Smith wrong again.
And two from Home Alone, because it works:
2. “This house is so full of people it makes me sick. When I grow up and get married, I’m living alone!”
:: Totally Mr. Darcy’s vibe
1. “This is ridiculous. Only a wimp would be hiding under a bed. And I can’t be a wimp. I’m the man of the house.”
:: Mr. Darcy giving himself a pep talk after Elizabeth surprised him at Pemberley and he needs to go walk with her aunt and uncle and be agreeable…!
And that’s all of my silly list! Thanks for reading.
Corrie Garrett
P.S. Don’t miss my latest Austen variation, a murder mystery set in Bath at Christmastime!
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