Please Don't Suffocate

Anti-Suffocation You open the box containing your new computer to find it ensconced in the usual squeaky syrofoam and plastic anti-static bags. While removing your precious items you see that the manufacturer has included a clever symbol to protect your personal safety and/or make you laugh. It would make a great tattoo. It helpfully tells you:

  • Do not cough here.

  • Help! My head is stuck in the television.

  • Eating too many marshmallows will make you sick.

  • Don’t drink while wearing your space helmet.

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P.L. Frederick said…
Anyone know about this image? Where it's from or who created it? I've only seen it on xeroxed copies hanging in corporate cubicles. I'd like to give credit to the creator on Small and Big. Plus it's priceless. It'd be nifty to get one signed by the illustrator. It really is great.
February 21, 2007
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