Word on the globe says that if you visit the Land of Oz be careful what you order, at least beerwise. They’re a bit territorial and loyal to their regions, so if in doubt order a Toohey’s and you won’t raise eyebrows. Example:
Fun Facts To Know And Tell on The Overnight Open Thread.
It all started on May 18th when a gorilla named Bokito escaped from the Rotterdam Zoo. It was during his daring escape that the animal attacked a female visitor, because he didn’t much care for the way her shifty eyes looked at him. Humans in charge decided that the woman’s direct eye contact led to the attack, since gorillas aren’t down with that. That’s when health insurance company FBTO stepped in and offered a solution that makes everyone look like a dork. [via]
That’s one great safety tip that could save your life – never make eye contact with a gorilla. Another great safety tip (courtesy of Diary of Daedalus) is
NEVER GO TO THE DONKEY SHOW.
We’re all about health and safety here on The Overnight Open Thread.
“This month’s cover painting is an illustrated statistic. Driving 30 miles per hour is as dangerous as driving on the roof of a tall building! If you hit another car head on going at the same ‘safe’ speed it would be like driving off a nine-story building.” [Read more here.]
I think the message is that if you’re driving along a secluded roadway with your older brother’s girlfriend and you find yourself surrounded by magical red bricks hovering around your vintage 1948 Eelmobile with a flying dog and an alligator in the back seat, PULL OVER.
Common sense runs amok on this edition of The Overnight Open Thread.
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New Year’s Resolution Number 1: Walk Wisely.
This lifesaving message was brought to you by the National Safety Council via the 1960 Rose Parade. Better advice cannot be found anywhere, excepting perhaps The Overnight Open Thread.
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