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There are many humorous things about this sign. The misplaced apostrophe is not one of them.
Thanks again to Rudy & Michelle in Edmonton for this contribution.
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I always wonder what has happened with peoples' imagination when see such names! lol Thanks for sharing, made me laugh.
Posted by: Cassandra | November 30, 2011 at 06:44 AM
Haha, what a terrible sign. It is funny though. There is a sign across the street from us that says, "Bring Ya'lls Gold."
Great site! Love it!
Posted by: TheSignChef | June 14, 2011 at 10:49 AM