Signs of the Times

On a ski lift:
"No jumping from the lift.
Survivors will be prosecuted."
Official sign near door: Door Alarmed.
Handprinted sign nearby: Window frightened.
Advertising a corporate wide skiing race:
Let's see who can go downhill the fastest!
Seen in King's Canyon in California:
'Slow Parking Ahead'
Restrooms
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Please wait for hostess to seat you.
Seen in a health food store:
"Shoplifters will be beaten over the head
Repeatedly with an organic carrot"
"Children left unattended
Will be towed at parents expense"
Originally published November 14, 2002.