Common Sight and Sounds in Honduras - Funny Signs IV

Not even if I was a 200 Lbs rabbit! (Please read the following in your beast Tracy Morgan impersonation) That's Crazy!

Common Sights and Sounds in Honduras - Funny Signs II

I wish I knew a nice girl to introduce to this guy...

This picture was taken at a Roatan supermarket bulletin board. Thanks Sara!

I am en elderly, single, (Gringo)
Seeking single Honduran woman
Must be between the ages of 25 - 45
Goal: Eventual marriage
preferably bilingual
Requirements:
Must NOT have dependent kids living on you that
Must meet once, no strings attached
If an automobile is necessary for private transportation, DON'T CALL ME!

Common Sights and Sounds in Honduras - Funny Signs III

Common Sights and Sounds in Honduras: Funny Signs I

"Night of Daring [provocative] games
Come and have fun with our staff of daring [provocative] guys and girls

Crazy Tequila Minute 1.00 Lempira[per shot]
If it's your birthday, our staff will [help you] celebrate it"

El Progreso

Common Sights and Sounds in Honduras: The Orange Peeler

I don't know who invented this orange peeler or when, but these are used everywhere in Honduras. Most commonly, you can find these at every mercado. I do know that they are manufactured in China.

Taxi! Part 2

If you enjoyed the first taxi post, Taxi! Por Afuera, then you'll enjoy the following set of pictures from Roatan taxis. I've captured some images of the lighting, decorations, mascots, and car freshener cocktails.

Taxi! - Por Afuera

It's been a long time... I shouldn't have left you...

My apologies to all five readers for the delayed post. I've been busy with some "projects..."

If you've had to rely on the colectivo taxis in Roatan, you know what I mean by "Por afuera" or "Por fuera." Wikipedia defines what a colectivo is well, but the concept is less organized in Roatan because it's an island with one highway connecting the four or five major areas.

When commuting to and from work, I only use a pair of guys I like, this also reduces my risk of death by head on collision. I can't always use them because they're rarely near my home when I call. If I don't want to wait, which I usually don't, I go out to the "pavimentada" and hail a cab. Sometimes after boarding, I regret not having the patience to wait for Gio or Manzanares, my two preferred drivers.

If you haven't been on a colectivo in Rotan, or speak Spanish. "Por afuera" means "from outside". As in, open the door from outside because the handle either doesn't work or doesn't exist inside.

Common Sights and Sounds in Honduras - Hitching a ride on the "paila"

I counted thirteen, but only twelve are pictured.

From Returning Catracho Report

Common Sights and Sounds in Honduras - Annoying pre-recorded salesman, Almacenes El Cachimbazo

The louder you play it, the more potential customers will flock to your business... NOT!!!

This is hilarious though! Please, please, please listen to the sales pitch! They have been bumpin' this for at least two years.



Part 2

Common Sights in Honduras - Hanging Laundry

Hand washing is an art form. If you don't know what you're doing, you'll end up stretching your shirt collars and wearing them 80's style.

From Returning Catracho Report

You can do it yourself or pay someone to do it for you.

From Returning Catracho Report

Honduran Words and Expressions - Chepos

Chepo(s)

Noun. A police officer. The term "chepo" is derived from "Chepe," a nickname commonly used for a person named Jose. It is believed that the majority of Honduran police officers are named Jose, causing the generalized nickname to stick to the entire force. Transit officials, military, and specialized "Cobra" forces are exempt from this nickname, although it is safe to assume that the majority of those officers are also name Jose, or Carlos.

"Chepos" are characterized by honesty, professionalism, and commitment to service.

Updated February 25th
It should be noted that police officers are not fond of the term "chepo."

Usage:
#1. Se metieron a mi casa unos ladrones. Nos dejaron hule!

#2. Que pasada! Y el wachi?

#1. No vio nada, ese man estaba fundiado!

#2. No te preocupes, ahorita llamo a los Chepos. Ellos responderan de immediato y estan capacitados en ciencia forense.

1# Esta bien. Hare lo posible por preservar la escena del crimen.

From Returning Catracho Report

Taken from inside the cell in the "movil." Wachi in the background

From Returning Catracho Report

Before being escorted to the movil...

Urban Dictionary definition

TuBabel Definition

Common Sights in Honduras - Electrical / Phone poles

This is a common sight in Honduras: Electric / Phone poles overrun with cables.

From Teguz

From Teguz

From Teguz