FOUND by Jessica in Maryland
I bought a well-loved collection of Madeline stories from a tot swap, and this little gem was tucked into the pages.
Ambassador of Swahili
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Tag Archives: Money
We Need a Plan
The Vince Gill Shirt
FOUND by Todd Gastelum in Nashville, Tennessee
Sifting through old papers, I rediscovered this note, which I originally found posted on a bulletin board at a gay bar in Nashville in 1997. It is written on the back of a photocopied flyer for a retail store named OUTLOUD! Books & Gifts for Our Entire Community. (Check out our new video rental section!) At the time, it just seemed funny that someone would pin this to a corkboard in a bar. Now, 15 years later, it just seems sad and desperate and so … retro, in this age of Craigslist and smartphone apps specifically designed to work better than serendipity. I enjoy how directly the writer communicates his offer; it seems odd, however, that he wishes the reader good luck when it is he, David, who obviously needs it.
Going Rate
Phoned Govner
Different Minister
Going to Portland
The Money Tree
FOUND by Paul Markowicz in Prospect Park, Brooklyn, New York
I found this note today (Memorial Day, 2012) on the street walking back from a picnic in Prospect Park. It was laying face-up by itself and since I noticed it was a sizable handwritten note, my curiosity was piqued. When I started reading it, I figured it was a breakup note or an angry letter from a parent, but by the end assumed it was a cash gift to a once-spoiled child. The true story is still unclear.
A Sure Thing
FOUND by Miranda Metcalf in Fremont District, Seattle, Washington
Many years ago I came across this note lying on the sidewalk near my house. I’ve carried it with me for years, I’m not exactly why. Inspiration? Cautionary tale? Who knows, but it was only matter of time before the note made it to your site.
