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What’s That Sign?
by Stacy Westbrook

 

Every day, we see all kinds of signs. Strange little symbols tell us to watch for merging traffic, how to take care of our clothes, and what to do in case of a fire. But how do we know what they mean? Do we know what they mean? To find out just how much, or little, people know about the signs in the world around us, I chose five signs, sent them around, and found out what people thought they might be.

They said:

  • Catholic symbol for Confession
  • Restrooms located above and below
  • Weird bathroom
  • Add people and shake
  • I go either way, and you, baby?

It’s really "Elevator"

   

They said:

  • Watch out for falling luggage
  • In case of crash, remember to attach luggage tag so baggage can be returned
  • Lost luggage
  • Watch for falling baggage from crashing aircraft
  • Thank you for flying Southwest Airlines. We truly value our Muslim customers

It’s really "Baggage Claim"

They said:

  • Sneak out this way
  • Exit through door
  • Emergency exit
  • Slamdance to your left; or please get a running head start and crash into this wall
  • Sign found at Tukwila Taco Bell: Bathrooms This Way

It’s really "Emergency Exit"

   

They said:

  • Crosswinds may cause toupee's to become unseated
  • Ironing okay
  • Hotel room includes iron
  • Ironing station; or hey buddy, your shirt is wrinkled
  • Cosmetic surgery welcome

It’s really "Iron on Medium Heat"

   

They said:

  • Suck 'n Cut system
  • Pull handle to start shower
  • Showers available
  • if your hair gets sucked into an air vent, please ring the dinner triangle
  • The Washington State Department of Corrections suggests that you keep your soap and shampoo firmly tethered to your body at all times

It's really "Emergency Shower"

 

 
 
Stacy is a freelance designer in Portland, and wishes she had a digital camera to take pictures of all the strange signs in the world.