Sunday, May 31, 2009

Repairs Gone Bad


Nothing like a sense of humor when it comes to wrecking your car. I stumbled past this looker coming out of a coffee shop. Don't be jealous.

Last I checked, when someone gets into an accident, you do anything possible to either A) fix it, or B) minimize the damage. I wonder if this is their idea of a temporary or permanent solution? Would you go through the lengths to write "Ouch!!!" with a sharpie if it was just a quick fix?

And why Ouch? Shouldn't it read: my driver is a dumb ass.

Nonetheless, I have to respect this positive outlook on life. While a wrecked front hood would have ruined my day - someone else is able to throw a band aid on it and order a cafe mocha. Nothing like a good caffeine high to take away the problems.

Sunday, May 24, 2009

Shoney's Showdown

I'd like to offer a congratulations to all Shoney's restaurants for their innovative interior design techniques. More specifically, to the genius that came up with the low hanging lights. You know, the ones that blindside you out of nowhere. The ones you have to spend your time dodging and ducking while trying to make it safely to your table.

Pictured here, my brother-in-law actually did manage to clobber his head 4 times in just under 40 minutes on these lights. While this photo only captures the pre-bashing fiasco, trust me - it was good. (I'm actually surprised he made it through the meal without a concussion.)

Having recently eaten breakfast here, I can only deduce that this is some sick kind of game. Perhaps the employees are secretly laughing in the back. I can see them placing the bets now. While these silly games could be fun (at least if you've had a couple mimosas to start), I would wager this restaurant has successfully managed to injure droves of customers with this witty idea of interior design.

Go home Shoney's. Go home.

Friday, May 15, 2009

Midgets and Beer


Sometimes in life you come across something so special that you just have to stop and take a picture. (Admittedly, for me this seems to be the norm and not the exception.) Casin point: Midgets Lounge.

I happened upon this lovely establishment on my way home from Panama City. I truly don't know what that says about Tallahassee, Panama City or the dark places in between - but I'm guessing it isn't good.

So, what happened to the politically correct term "little people?" Are these the angry midgets that aim to defy these so-called small rules? Unfortunately, I wasn't able to venture in. And no, it wasn't because I'm over five foot - rather the doors were locked. But it did beg the question, would I be allowed in? Better yet, do you think they have high-top tables inside?

I'd personally like to shake hands with the owner of this place. It's a bold move. Attention-grabbing to say the least. After all, I drove by Midgets Lounge with my jaw on the floor. Turned around and went back for a picture. Next time I'm hoping for a nice tall beer.