Wednesday, 10 August 2011

Understated


In comparison with these hysterical warnings,
this one,


is more typical of British understatement,
especially when you consider the peril it indicated


just a few unfenced feet away.


For those in peril.

6 comments:

  1. Oh good lord, cliff edges scare the bejazus out of me. It's the only downside to Cornwall.

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  2. What an amazing sign, you could so easily pass it by!

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  3. You have made me laugh at 7am on a grey Thursday morning when I have some recalcitrant endnotes to deal with and a very untidy house - thank you so much!

    Pomona x

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  4. Is that what those signs mean?! I shall take note, thank you.

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  5. he he!
    be careful out there. On a more serious note the video was very moving.
    love
    Lyn
    xxx

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  6. My four year old son has just discovered the wonder of warning signs - he can't get enough.
    'Danger of Death' is the current favourite. Mind how you go, now!

    blyba! (word verification, they are priceless)

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