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Funny or Really Uncomfortable Airport Signs
If you’ve ever flown through a major domestic airport or an international terminal on your own vacation somewhere far away, you’ve probably seen an airport sign. Chances are you were so tired from the flight, you may not have stopped to read them carefully, however. However, despite today’s technology and ability to communicate digitally, airport signs still serve a purpose, guiding weary travelers to their next contact before crashing from jet lag and travel exhaustion. And then there are the special signs.
The Charitable Parent-to-Be
Definitely intended to be embarrassing and raise eyebrows if not questions from all around within visual range, this sign is a keeper. Of course, the holder has to play the part seriously to give some credibility. And when the poor passenger gets off the plane and see this one, offering to become the parent of a cheating partner’s child on the way, it’s not surprising if the passenger just keeps on walking past.
You’re In the Army Now
Most military folks who’ve been on duty for an extended tour take a bit of time to transition to the civilian side. So, it’s fair and thoughtful to communicate in terms they understand clearly in the military world. Trying to expect a soldier right off the plane to promptly respond to ambiguous directions is a big no-no. Instead, spouses and partners should be direct, clear and used terms that leave no guessing what might happen, as in the case of this wife expecting all the details from her husband.
Hobbies Can be Compromising
Whether its for social media posting or just plain admiring all the great things they do and skills they have, selfie sticks are darn popular. However, to everyone else they border on irritating to downright obnoxious. Now, most people don’t admit they have one in polite company. Unfortunately for Simon, his partner decided to tell the whole world.
Darn, Those Kids
When kids reach adulthood, they have all sorts of fun at the expense of their parents. This young lady decided to really embarrass her dad by being a bit literal with her airport sign. Disregard the fact that the message could be completely taken wrong, especially when seeing the two of them together with a clear age difference involved. It’s a good thing Dad had a sense of humor here. Otherwise, he might have gotten arrested.
What Happens When Mom is Not Looking
Moms don’t get a break either. The kids will throw down both parents given the chance. In this case, Mom apparently is driving Kaden nuts with all the additional attention the girl has to dedicate to her mother at home. Poor Dad, he’s apparently in for the works when he does get home, being guilt-ridden to never travel again.
At Least It Wasn’t Your Fault
When things happen to family relatives, particularly siblings, the whole family gets involved. In the case of Matt, he gets to be embarrassed by a pair of hoodlum-looking knuckleheads who are quite proud of themselves and their airport message. However, if the question gets asked who’s dating Matt’s sister, it’s a good bet both will point in the other direction in front of Matt.
Um, Just Keep Walking, Make No Eye Contact
When a fellow the size of barn holds a sign looking for the other fellow who got his sister pregnant, that’s not the time to jump up and down with your hand raised yelling, “Me! Me! ME!” This fine gentleman look robust enough to flush any such obtuse minded person down the toilet head first as a result, and we’re pretty sure nobody in airport security will argue or get involved.
Tired of Pickups?
This young lady has apparently given quite a bit of patience to a partner who just keeps needing help. And she’s had enough of being the doormat. The message is pretty clear, but we’re curious what other folks think? In fact, we very curious how reader might just interpret the sign altogether. And we’re even more curious what they might think about the fellow who’s getting picked up in such an instance as well. It’s all very interesting!
California? We Don’t Need Stinkin’ California!
The folks from the Golden State are well aware they are not very popular in the other 49 territories of the Union. In fact, many avoid admitting they are from California when traveling. In the case of Jody, however, the cat was already out of the bag. Except nobody told Jodi not to take the flight, so it looks like she’s in for a rude surprise on arrival.
Relatives to Avoid
Most people dread being made the butt of a joke at an airport. But some have it worse. They have enthusiastic relatives who know no bounds in how to be cheesy. For Mokie, his big head will be plastered for everyone to see on arrival thanks to his family. It’s just the thing someone wants to see coming through the arrival gate after a 10- or 12-hour flight. Oh joy.
Keep Your Health Issues Private
For Sarah, she never should have mentioned some internal difficulties on the way to her destination. But leave it to her arrival party to make sure she knows things have been taken care of. Oh wait, Sarah didn’t tell anyone anything, did she? Oops.
Holidays are the Best
There is nothing better than a thoughtful friend or partner with a margarita waiting when you get off the plane. You’re not going to get that kind of a mixed drink on the flight. But a thoughtful friend will make sure you’re taken care of as soon as your feet hit the ground, or your chin, depending.
Whose Kids are These Anyways?
There’s share-riding, and share-working, and even share-computing. So, it would make sense a service would come along for share-parenting too. Except, the question is, would there be any business for such a product? In the case of these three orphans, nobody is walking up and claiming the sign apparently. Hmm, back to the drawing board.
Congrats on Graduating! Oops, shhh….
Anyone who graduates from a program should definitely be congratulated. They have worked hard, achieved a lot, and it should be recognized. However, not every graduation needs to be celebrated in the middle of packed, public airport. This relative didn’t quite get the memo, did she?
We Can’t Make This Up
In the category of what not to have as a sign in this pro-diversity, political sensitive era, this young lady is being very literal, almost too literal. Apparently, it’s her friend who fits the description however, so she’s likely to get a lot of characters from New Jersey on the next flight arrival stopping at her sign.
Okay Now, Back to Work
Vacations are wonderful, but they should be abused. So, it’s everyone’s responsibility to make sure the arrival knows he or she is now back on the clock as soon as they are home. This nice sign makes the message unmistakably clear. What’s a loving family for?
Some People Never Grow Up
Parents who have kids over the age of 18 dream for the day their offspring move out and begin to take care of themselves. After 18 years, it’s about darn time. However, some kids just don’t want to transition to a responsible role in life, and in the case of this oversized toddler in an adult-size onesie outfit, things are way overdue.
Military Service Comes With Surprises
Recruiters often warn rookies when they first come up after a tour things are going be a bit different. There’s all sorts of transition issues to work through adjusting back to regular life. However, some issues are bit more dramatic than just figuring out where the PX is in the shopping mall. In fact, some surprises come with probably two decades of responsibility in the same package!
Long Names are No Problem
Friends fans will immediately recognize the line on this airport message as being borrowed from the character, Phoebe, and her post-marriage title, “Princess Consuela Banana-Hammock.” This fine fellow decided to play along with his sweetheart and murder her new marriage name as well. He even got the hyphenated part included in there.
The Difference Between Humans and Dogs
The difference between a human and a dog is like this: you silly, stupid, two-leg. You left me. I will now commence to disembowel your favorite sitting place that has your smell on it. See, I missed you! Now the question is, who bought the puppy in the first place?
I Am Your Father, Yes You Too
Rebecca is a lucky girl. She has a major Sith lord for a Dad, and he’s got this amazing ability to lift suitcases with the wave of a hand and choke irritating airport security people who get a bit too frisky with the pat-downs. Even better, he has an amazing can opener lighter that cuts through anything like a laser Ginsu knife! Pretty cool, huh?
Parent Connections to Kids
In the wild, parent animals know immediately the call of their offspring, even if there are 5,000 similar animals in the same location. With humans, things work a little different. Human parents have no special hearing or smell abilities, but they can always rely on their doofus kids to do something so obvious it could only be their human offspring and no one else.
The Value of a Good Education
It’s a great feeling as a parent to know the thousands of dollars you spent on your child’s private school education went to a good cause, especially when it was enough to enjoy all-expense week long trip in the Caribbean during peak travel time. In this case of this reception party, there’s a bit of work needed on the penmanship.
It’s Better Than Wetting His Pants in Excitement
You have to love it when your reception party is really excited to see you show up. In fact, they are so excited they express their fondness and reception to you in writing for everyone to see. In the case of this fellow, he really gets personal about how he feels about your visit. Maybe you should skip him next year.
Don’t You Want to Spend Christmas With Us?
Again, in the category of signs that would make people just keep walking and avoid eye contact, horrible relative possibilities making it clear what holiday mishaps might occur can be more than enough to drive someone back on the play they just arrived with. Who cares about sings about all one wants for Christmas is their partner; just run away!
Shotgun Wedding
The term “shotgun wedding” is reminiscent of when a young fellow would get brought in front of everyone with a blushing bride waiting and any attempt to turn around would be met, literally, with the wrong end of a shotgun from the farmer father or relatives. In an airport, this welcome sign could very well have the same effect in front of everyone watching. What happens if Tom hides in the bathroom, though?
Everyone Wants to be a Limo Driver
Being a professional limo driver takes a lot of skill and experience, especially driving across a big town. So this fellow might be in for than he thought if someone takes him up on his offer, especially if he can’t find a hotel from the back of his head, which said Italian lady might then start smacking in the car with a book from the flight.
Cheesy
Are we in a 1970s dive bar or what? This sign is literally ripped off from a bar one-liner that probably only still gets airplay on Saturday Night Live reruns. For the arriving party, they might have to think twice about being seen in public with this sign-holding character.
All That’s Missing is a Broadsword
Hey, you might be pretty proud to be called McGregor too if your family had that name, especially after the popularity of the Highlander movie franchise. Thankfully, no lightening bolts are going to start flying in the middle of the airport with this sign. But don’t be surprise if some yahoo decides there can only be one, and starts attacking the sign holder with an impromptu drinking straw bamboo sword!
It’s All About the Food
Eating and relationships go together like peanut butter and jelly in a sandwich. People are always referring to each other as some kind of food reference term of endearment. Of course, when people start getting into the salty and spice foods, things start getting a little weird on the communication front as in this case. Just exactly how much gravy is involved in this reference? Ok, don’t answer that.
Tour of Duty
When soldiers are off on an assignment, it’s a natural habit to mark down the days before the tour is over and it’s time to head back home. Short-timers are often razzed because everyone else at the base gets jealous. Apparently, clock-watching isn’t just reserved for the soldier side. The waiting partner at home has something to say about it too.
Freaky Guy
Yes, that’s your father in that sign. Don’t back away, go say hi. No, you can’t ignore him. I know, I wasn’t thinking about that either when we got married, but he his your father. Listen, young lady/man, you are going to march over there and give your father a hug or you’re going to be grounded for the next month. Oh, don’t give me that, you love your Xbox too much. Get over there.
Faith in Humanity
When someone goes and puts out an ambiguous sign of this nature at a crowded airport, there’s a lot of hope in the positive side of humanity going on here. Let’s face it, the idea of being “hot” is very subjective, and with all the arrivals, this young lady could find herself suddenly being inundated with a lot of arriving fellows who definitely think they are “hot” too.
Uh-Oh.
In the digital age nothing is forgotten or buried forever, especially when someone has access to your smartphone. In the case of this arrival, the sign pretty much says it all. If he or she isn’t bleary-eyed from the trip, trying to avoid being seen might be a good tip for personal survival for the next 72 hours.
Dumb People are Really Honest
If there’s one thing about dumb people is that they are some of the most honest people in the world. They have no problem with an ego, and they are very clear about their limitations to anyone who is interested in knowing, as in the case of this young lady who can’t even spell right. Too bad she knows you.
DAT’s RILLY LEET DOOD
For those who play video games, gamespeak is common because it takes too darn long to spell and write out everything properly, especially with a Playstation or Xbox controller as your only input device. So, abbreviated slang is regularly used. In the case of this fellow, he seems to assume his party knows exactly what he’s saying as well. That might be a very big assumption in an airport.
It’s All in the Name
You know what happens when you share an identity with a well-known celebrity? Your “loving” relatives take full advantage of it for their own benefit. So if you got left at the airport and when you Skype your dad to ask what’s up, don’t be surprised if you see his new “son” in the background who looks an awful lot like a Chicago Bulls retired basketball player.
I Don’t Know You
Younger generations are no longer familiar with Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, but anyone who has seen the movie would recognize an Oompa-Loompa on sight. And when it’s your relative in the outfit, you’re really screwed. Expect to be delayed by another hour or two as everyone over 40 wants to take a selfie with the green-haired weirdo picking you up.
Direct Messaging
Marketing teams can take a few tips from kids. They can make it pretty darn clear what they want, leaving nothing to the imagination. This type is staking out his or her territory right in front of the arrival gate. God help the poor soul who makes the mistake of stepping in front. The ankles are the first to go.
Being a Bit to the Point
Lots of kids meet their parents for the first time after a tour of duty, even though they have technically been on the planet for a few months already. In the case of this new face, it’s been an entire lifetime, just like what the sign says. Honest!
All in Day’s Shift
Being an actor on a popular TV show comes with a lot of fan attention. However, when you end up having to hold the very sign at the airport you’re arriving at, something’s wrong with the picture. Eric Stonestreet from Modern Family somehow got hornswoggled into doing all the manual work here. And his agent wasn’t even consulted!
You Two Must Be Teachers
Leave it to teacher-types to figure out away to make us all learn another lesson, even in the airport after a long flight. These two were clearly conspiring; the guilt is all over their faces. And that would make sense being related.
Follow the Instructions
Keeping directions simple when a party is arriving from a long trip is a smart thing to do. People are tired, probably dealing with a time change, exhausted, and ready to just shut down. As in the case of this sign, the details are simple, direct and easy to implement. Now can you get it right this time?
Extra Baggage, Surprise!
And you thought the military was going to be hard. Wait until you get hit with the midnight feedings and formula work every two hours for the next six weeks. Soldiers return to a new surprise in the family household often realize they just traded the front line for the graveyard shift. Then again, the situation is their fault, technically.
Let’s Just be Clear Here…
This airport sign is getting a laugh from just about everyone getting off the plane, especially given the fact that the young lady is definitely in her second trimester if not the third one. Too bad for Jimmy. He sat in the back of the plane and hasn’t seen the reception yet. Just wait ‘til the rest of the plane gets a load of his face in the lobby.
Hmm… This Could Get Ugly
This fellow is pretty darn serious, and the message doesn’t leave much to the imagination. In fact, the sign is so ominous, it might actually scare a couple of passengers getting off the plane whom it might apply to as well. Guilt is a very powerful anxiety-inducer. He’s not smiling; that’s really not a good sign either. Oi vey.
A homeless man in Houston became an unexpected hero when he helped a lost 1st grader, who has special needs, find her way home. Six-year-old Serenity’s day took a scary turn when she disappeared during dismissal time from Lantrip Elementary School, located in Houston.
Serenity’s mother, Mercedes Polk, arrived at the school as usual to pick up her daughter, only to find no trace of her. School staff assured Polk that Serenity was somewhere on the premises, but as minutes turned into an hour, it became apparent that something was wrong. Determined to find her daughter, Polk began her search.
The assistant principal eventually guided Polk to a gas station a mile away from the school, where they found Serenity in a state of distress. The young girl, with tears in her eyes, recounted her attempt to find her family’s home, which is a 30-minute drive away. The situation left both mother and daughter shaken and terrified.
“Someone needs to be held accountable,” Polk expressed, reflecting the concern and fear any parent would feel in such a situation. The Houston Independent School District (HISD) acknowledged the incident and stated, “HISD is actively investigating the incident at Lantrip Elementary. Student safety is our top priority.”
However, amidst the distressing situation, a ray of hope emerged. Serenity pointed out a nearby homeless man, stating that he had come to her aid. Polk, acknowledging the homeless man’s role, said, “He did save her life. Something definitely would have happened to my baby. She could have got hit by a car, kidnapped, anything.”
This story sheds light on the importance of kindness and compassion, even in the most unexpected places. The homeless man’s selfless act underscores the idea that heroes can come from any background. The incident not only highlights the need for improved safety measures but also emphasizes the positive impact individuals can have when they extend a helping hand.
As the community reflects on this incident, it serves as a reminder that a simple act of kindness can make a significant difference in someone’s life. Serenity’s unexpected guardian angel reminds us all that compassion knows no boundaries, and that even in challenging circumstances, humanity and empathy prevail.
In a heartwarming turn of events, a baby donkey named Moon has been reunited with her mother after a frightening two-week-long ordeal. Moon, who is only two months old, was taken from Miller’s Ark Animals in Hampshire, UK, causing distress to both the farm and Moon’s anxious mother. However, thanks to the combined efforts of the community and social media, Moon was located and safely returned to her loving home.
In the month of May, a devastating incident occurred at Miller’s Ark Animals when Moon, a precious baby donkey, was stolen from her home. The farm, which prides itself on its dedication to animal welfare and care, was shocked by the incident. Moon’s mother, Astra, was deeply distressed during the time Moon was away, as the two shared a strong bond, especially through nursing.
As soon as the news broke about Moon’s kidnapping, the team at Miller’s Ark Animals launched an extensive search effort to bring her back safely. They turned to social media, spreading the word about Moon’s disappearance and sharing her story. The posts quickly went viral, gaining thousands of shares and generating numerous tips and sightings from concerned individuals.
After two weeks of tireless searching and monitoring CCTV footage, the Miller’s Ark team received a breakthrough. Moon was discovered at an address in Buckinghamshire, a county located not too far from Hampshire. The farm was overjoyed and relieved by this positive outcome. The team quickly made arrangements to bring Moon back home to her loving family.
Upon Moon’s arrival back at Miller’s Ark, the atmosphere was filled with happiness and excitement. Moon, seemingly aware of the love and care surrounding her, displayed her joy by swishing her tail and eagerly seeking cuddles. The entire team was delighted to witness Moon’s contentment and well-being.
While Moon was away, her mother Astra faced challenges of her own. Without Moon’s nursing, Astra’s milk had dried up, causing further distress for the worried mother. However, the dedicated team at Miller’s Ark Animals immediately stepped in to help Moon and Astra reestablish their bond. Through careful guidance and support, they are assisting Moon’s transition from nursing to solid foods, ensuring her healthy growth and development.
Dogs get themselves into the darnedest messes sometimes. Practically driven by their noses, dogs will follow things or smells into places they have no clue how to get out of. The normal reaction is to back up, but what happens if they go so far in, they can’t back up? That was the case for one canine who literally plugged up a drainage pipe.
Imagine being woken up by the racket of a backhoe grumbling its way into the Earth on the street next to you. That was the case for one neighborhood that found themselves looking out the window at a noisy racket first thing in the morning as the sun was coming up. Flashing fire engine lights also added to the mix, lighting the place up like a Christmas tree.
Bella Vista residents found themselves sitting in a front row seat watching a spectacle caused by a dog that went and wedged itself into a culvert pipe on one mild-mannered Bracknell Lane. More than likely, the dog was after something and was in such a hurry, it went head-first into the pipe without thinking about whether it could get through much less fit. So, once inside, the dumb dog got stuck and started whimpering and panicking up a storm. The dog’s owner was out early before the sun was up looking for his pet, heard the dog stuck, and called 911 for help. Firefighters arrived by 5am, and that’s when the circus started.
There was a bit of confusion at first when the fire engine arrived, as no one actually had a visual on the dog. As it turned out, the big puppy was deep inside the middle of the drainage pipe and wasn’t getting out anytime soon on his own power. That then meant the fire department had to enlist the aid of the town’s street department with earth-moving equipment.
Most times, dogs in a panicked state freak out badly and bite anyone near them trying to help or make contact. Instead, with a snack offered close by, the stuck dog was extremely cooperative and didn’t make a fuss as the firefighters worked to free it. On inspection, the pipe looked big enough for the young dog to make it through. However, deep in the middle, the weight of the ground had bent the channel tighter, and that’s where the canine got stuck.
Once rescued, the dog was back to normal, healthy and acting like nothing happened. Of course, the dog owner might have had a lecture or two about controlling his pet in the future as well as the cost of the rescue.
Many people join long lines on a daily basis purchasing lottery tickets with the hope of being the lucky winner of some serious cash.
Others work tirelessly, but to no avail. However, for an Indonesian man, all he needed was a miracle from the sky, and he certainly received, albeit in a scary way.
A meteorite came crashing through his roof recently and in the blink of an eye, has transformed him into a millionaire.
The North Sumatraman who makes coffins for a living, has since sold the precious rock from the sky for Dh6,611,760.
When a meteorite that was recently sold for $1.8 million (Dh6,611,760) crashed through his roof, a humble coffin maker in Indonesia became an instant millionaire.
A meteorite worth about £1.4 million crashed through the roof of an Indonesian coffin maker’s house, making him a millionaire.
When the 2.1kg rock smashed through the tin veranda outside Josua Hutagalung’s living room, he was building on a coffin outside his house in the town of Kolang.
After getting over the shock of the noise, the 33-year-old dug into his garden soil and discovered the piece of space debris.
“The noise was so loud that it shook parts of the house. And after looking, I discovered that the house’s tin roof had collapsed,” he told Indonesia’s Kompas newspaper. “The stone was already warm when I raised it.”
Carbonaceous chondrite is an exceptionally rare form of meteorite that is believed to be 4.5 billion years old and worth about £645 per gram.
Mr Hutagalung told The Sun that he sold the meteor to US meteorite specialist Jared Collins, who then sold it to a US buyer, who is currently storing it at Arizona State University’s Centre for Meteorite Studies.
Even though the coffin maker has not specifically stated the exact purchase price, it is believed to be in the region of £1 million. Mr Hutagalung stated that he had saved enough money to retire and that he intends to establish a place of worship in his neighborhood.
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“I’ve really yearned to have a daughter, and I’m hoping this is a sign that I’ll be fortunate enough to have one now,” he said.
“My phone lit up with insane offers for me to jump on a flight and purchase the meteorite,” Mr Collins said. It was smack in the midst of the Covid crisis, and I couldn’t decide whether to buy the rock for myself or collaborate with scientists and dealers in the United States.
“I took as much cash as I could and went searching for Josua, who turns out to be a professional negotiator.”
The man who leads Indonesia’s National Aeronautics and Space Agency, Thomas Djamaluddin, explained to the press that such a big piece falling in a residential neighborhood was unusual. “The bulk of meteorites hit places far from human settlements, such as seas, forests, or deserts.”
Trust is an essential factor in a marriage. Apart from a few partnerships, all unions should have a benchmark of integrity. If that doesn’t work, you can try, but it is still improbable.
An incident can spark a disdain between the two people, and the distrust can be strong enough to affect their relationship. When this wife began to lose faith in her hubby, she decided to test her hubby’s loyalty. She found out something she never wondered.
