As we bid farewell to the beloved sitcom Parks and Recreation, we also close the chapter on the quirky town of Pawnee, Indiana—a place filled with unforgettable characters, especially the inspiring Leslie Knope. Even though the series has ended, its spirit continues to thrive through reruns, devoted fans, and a treasure trove of memorable quotes. The show, with its simple yet captivating premise, kept audiences laughing for seven wonderful seasons.
While a reality where Leslie is our president remains a fantasy, we can brighten our days by revisiting these amusing Parks and Rec quotes sure to bring a smile. We’ve gathered classic lines not just from Leslie, but also from Ron Swanson, April Ludgate, Andy Dwyer, and many more.
Notable Quotes from Parks and Recreation
“Everything hurts and I’m dying.” — Leslie Knope
“There’s only one thing I hate more than lying: skim milk. It’s just water pretending to be milk.” — Ron Swanson
“Time is money; Money is power; Power is pizza; Pizza is knowledge. Let’s go!” — April Ludgate
“I am a goddess, a glorious female warrior.” — Leslie Knope
“Every time you look up at the moon, I, too, will be looking at a moon. Not the same moon, obviously. That’s impossible.” — Andy Dwyer
“Sometimes you gotta work a little so you can ball a lot.” — Tom Haverford
“We need to remember what’s important in life: friends, waffles, and work. Or waffles, friends, work. But work has to come third.” — Leslie Knope
“Halloween is my favorite holiday. It’s just the best. And I don’t have to work! Hey, teenage girls dressed as sexy kittens, pump your own stomachs this year!” — Ann Perkins
“If I keep my body moving, and my mind occupied at all times, I will avoid falling into a bottomless pit of despair.” — Chris Traeger
“What I hear when I’m being yelled at is people caring really loudly at me.” — Leslie Knope
“I had to call in a few favors. But if you don’t use favors to look at women in bikinis and assign them numerical grades, what the hell do you call in favors for?” — Tom Haverford
“I’m fine. It’s just that life is pointless, nothing matters, and I’m always tired.” — Andy Dwyer
“Just put some alcohol in your mouth to block the words from coming out.” — Ron Swanson
“I’m big enough to admit that I am often inspired by myself.” — Leslie Knope
“There’s nothing we can’t do if we work hard, never sleep, and shirk all other responsibilities in our lives.” — Leslie Knope
“I once forgot to brush my teeth for five weeks. I didn’t actually sell my car, I just forgot where I parked it. I don’t know who Al Gore is, and at this point, I’m too afraid to ask.” — Andy Dwyer
“I think you’ve got several options. They’re all terrible… but you have them.” — Chris Traeger
“My first ex-wife’s name is Tammy. My second ex-wife’s name is Tammy. My Mom’s name is Tamara… she goes by Tammy.” — Ron Swanson
“One person’s annoying is another’s inspiring and heroic.” — Leslie Knope
“I am super chill all the time.” — Leslie Knope
“Do you think a depressed person could make this? No!” — Ben Wyatt
“Most people would say ‘the deets,’ but I say ‘the tails.’ Just another example of innovation.” — Tom Haverford
“I’m gonna get drunk and then I’m gonna order a three-course meal where each course is made of dessert.” — Leslie Knope
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In summary, Parks and Recreation has gifted us with a multitude of humorous and heartfelt quotes that remind us of the importance of friendship, hard work, and laughter. The legacy of Leslie Knope and her friends continues to inspire us in our everyday lives.