Minding my own business
driving home from the YMCA one day I saw something that made me burst out
laughing. The car ahead displayed a rear license plate with the letters ME B N
ME.
Say it with me: Me Bein’ Me.
Now one could argue that
there are other equally clever number/letter combinations. Just today I saw
CA88BYM which I could only guess indicated “Cabby Mom”, though it might be a
stretch. I've no doubt the unusual arrangement was intentional.
'Me bein’ me' just speaks to
me, my independent nature. I’m too much a cheapskate to shell out extra
money for such frivolity even if I were half so clever. By the same token I didn't have a smart phone on hand to photograph either vanity plate.
Would you pay extra to send
the world a message with your vehicle? Are custom license plates even a thing
in your region?
Oh yes, Darla! Custom plates are all the rage, and have been for decades. In fact, I remember when I bought my first scooter and was registering it, the man politely asked me if I'd like to choose the number. I was surprised that such a thing even existed; I had just assumed it was great coincidence that some people had fancy number plates. Ah well. And no, I would NOT shell out money on these things. I am, however, quite happy to enjoy other people's shenanigans. I love the Me Bein Me plate!
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing, Vidya. That's interesting to know about India. Cool!
DeleteI like reading the personalized plates. Can't forget the funny show Reno 911 scene where the cops were speeding along trying to read a personalized plate in front of them and crash into the car.
ReplyDeleteYou know, I thought that show was funny yet failed to watch regularly. I should remedy that. ~grin~ I'm reminded of a scarier version, too. In the horror film "Jeepers Creepers" (love it, by the way), the brother and sister are introduced on a cross country drive. They play a game trying to figure out what vanity plates mean. It's too cute the way they interact in that flick. Thanks for sharing, my dear!
DeleteYes, they are a thing here in Nashville Tn. I used to photograph them all and they were in an album on facebook. After a couple of years I stopped saving them. I have seen some great ones too. But would I do it. NO....I figure that what I pay now for plates is enough!! Please don't be amazed at what I do....you really don't know the hours that I just sit, or sleep. I do what I can on a good day. Thanks though!!! I think you rock going to the Y!
ReplyDeleteI admire your photography, yet another talent. Thanks for the kind word!
DeleteOh yes, a big thing around here. I never saw the point. I can't think of anything clever I'd want to say.
ReplyDeleteYou are certainly clever, though. ~nods~ My partner wanted to put something catchy on our electric hybrid Chevy Volt. I refused, finding the suggestion rather silly. Be well!
DeleteI wouldn't pay for a vanity plate, but I do pay extra for the special plate that supports Spay/neuter programs at animal shelters.
ReplyDeleteI believe it. That's lovely.
DeleteI have had the same plate for almost 25 years. It is the name of an order of angels. So, it is not what I call a "vanity" plate, but more of a way of invoking angels for my protection. I believe.
ReplyDeleteThat is beautiful. Thanks for sharing!
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