80 Bucks for This?

I went grocery shopping the other day in the small town south of where I live (less than 3,000 peeps) because it's usually easier to get in and out quickly. In the frozen section I found a number of packages just like this (click to enbiggen). Now, I love me some crab legs, but who are they kidding? I'm not going to pay more than $20/pound for them even in a restaurant (and that comes with melted butter and rice pilaf). I wonder how long these are going to live in that freezer before they go home with an employee.

As an aside, I placed the crab legs on a stack of boxes of frozen frogs' legs to get a better picture. That place does have an odd assortment of items...

American "Snacks"

On one of my recent trips (and there have been too many) I found this apron hanging on the wall of a small-town cafe. There are so many good things about it, I'm not sure where to begin. First of all, it is hanging from a bust of a rooster. Second, it says "American Snacks" but was clearly made in a country other than the U.S. I don't know many people who would consider a cheeseburger a "snack." Thirdly, I cannot identify any of the following sandwiches: chicken burger (mayhap a chicken sandwich), surer burger (super burger?, surger burger? Or is it really the second-most-sure burger they have?) and last, but certainly not least, salad toast (seriously, WTF? I have NEVER eaten anything named "salad toast").

Better Than Loading There, I Guess...

While this isn't exactly a WTFoto, it is humorous. This is the restroom at the ski shop where we rented our equipment (heh, I said "equipment") whilst in Colorado. The funny thing is that I didn't even notice the sign until I was washing my hands.

Pay no attention to the tambourine on the handrail above the toilet. That has nothing to do with this...

What About the Retards?

This is a warning sheet that was included with a projector we purchased. I would like to draw your attention to the second sentence, if you please (click the picture to enbiggen). If they are going to include a specific warning about children, why stop there? "Never let the infirmed look into the lens when it is on." "Never let stand-up comedians look into the lens when it is on." "Never let bats look into the lens when it is on." (Actually, that last one is probably okay, since they already blind as, well...)

Anyone who understands the premise of the first sentence can apply it to all other circumstances. Those who do not will probably not be moved by the second sentence.

Ladies and Gentlemen, I Present... "QUAKING ASPEN"

We recently went skiing with a group in Colorado. As we have skied with these people on several occasions, we have developed some traditions. My favorite by far is contributed by Dr. “The Original Chip” Mac, Esq.: SNOW PORN!!! Below, please find images of his latest masterpiece, entitled Quaking Aspen.

This beauty was sculpted just off of our deck. This particular image also made it's way to the video display of our rental car. Technology is fun!

Artfully lighted.

Note the placement of the man's hand; thus the title.

This is actually life sized.

Please note the exquisite details, a hallmark of every Dr. “The Original Chip” Mac, Esq. creation.

Building a HENGE Are We...

This is a picture of the desk of yours truly. I have been asked on a number of occasions as to why I have a miniature Stonehenge and cannot provide any answer other than "doesn't everyone need a scale model of Stonehenge?" I haven't gotten enough power from it to smote my enemies yet, but I'm sure that it is simply a matter of time.

The observant among you will also notice the juggling balls behind the Rubik's cube and that there are three sizes of Barrel of Monkeys.

The Advantage of Owning the Bar

This fantastic sign lives on the jukebox at one of our local imbibing establishments. I know that this is a bit hard to read so I shall transcribe it:

!!! ATTENTION !!!

IF YOU PLAY RAP, HIP HOP, HEADBANGER CRAP,
OR ANYTHING ELSE THAT PISSES RUSS OFF,

YOUR SONGS WILL BE SKIPPED WITHOUT REFUND.

I love this concept of this: it proclaims that, in reality, the customer is NOT always right. I have spent a good portion of my life in customer service and I have become a firm believer of this idea, but I have never seen it expressed so eloquently. Kudos, Russ!

Tooting His Own Horn!

Here is an article that Momo ran across. Since this isn't an original photo I will not post it here, but it definitely includes a WTFoto. Please enjoy.

http://www.columbiatribune.com/news/2009/feb/12/tooting-his-own-horn/

Guest Submission!

Grapril has once again come through for me. Thanks, Grapey!

Well, my day wasn't going so hot until this. My boss actually called me as he was leaving the office to let me know of this little gem. Here's a recap of the convo:

Him: "You're from a small town, right?"

Me: "Yes...."

"I'm from a relativley small town, too. But never in all my years have I seen a van like the one out front."

"What do you mean?"

"Have you ever seen a van with a window air conditioner unit sticking out of it?"

"WHAT? You're telling me there's a van with an air conditioner sticking out of it in front of our building?!?"

"I've never seen something like that before. Have you?"

"No, can't say that I have. Thanks for calling to tell me! I'm taking a picture of that!"

"That's what I thought. You're welcome."

And yet another example of how cool my boss is.

Walter Meyer, Pilot Extraordinaire

My uncle passed away on the 4th and was laid to rest yesterday. He was a brother, uncle, father, and grandfather, but most of all, he was an extradordinary man. He was a true patriot who dearly loved his country and proudly served as a World War II fighter pilot. He was kind and a gentleman to all he met. He will be missed.