Photographic Evidence: Times are Still Hard

Posted in Economy

So, the people in charge of this country have said that the recession is over and we're in the midst of a recovery.

Do you believe it?

With continually high unemployment numbers and low home sales, you could see why we're not entirely convinced. But we try not to be a doom-and-gloom kind of site. It's sometimes better to laugh through difficult periods, and we found a few photos that will give you a good chuckle.

Evidence: No one wants to drive to get a drink

drinking hard times
Photo by Adam Tinworth

Well, according to this photo at least. With gas prices continuing to bump and fall, walking for a beer might be your best bet. It's hard to stomach $4 a gallon when you remember the days when it was under $1.

Evidence: Who Needs a Storefront?

roadside barber
Photo by Citizen of Two Worlds

Yes, it's pretty cheap to buy real estate these days, and yes, President Barack Obama just gave small businesses a huge boost. However, retail rent still isn't cheap and it's not that easy to get a mortgage these days (though we're here to help you find a fantastic rate).

Evidence: Thievery is back in vogue

thief
Photo by donncha

Identity theft is one thing, but theft by duck? It's not fair. Maybe they're not paying the Aflac spokesduck enough?

Evidence: No Bathrooms

What, no bathroom?
Photo by photocillin

It might just be a misplaced sign. But maybe it's not. We count it as evidence.

Do you have photographic evidence? Show us!


The last one is funny... good pick of pics!
2/5/2010
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