Optimism

Optimism

Animal Information

Status:	Deceased
Owner:	Lisa Simpson
First Mentioned:	The Simpsons Uncensored Family Album

Optimism was a furry pet owned by Lisa Simpson, whom she described as a gentle, happy creature that curled up on the sofa and kept her spirits up.

History[edit]

Lisa wrote a poem titled Poem #254 about Optimism, expressing her affection for the pet and her hope that caring for it would eventually be rewarded with a pony.

Appearances[edit]

Book – The Simpsons Uncensored Family Album (mentioned)

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