Nathan says this sign has been up in his South Texas hometown for several years now. He’s checked back every once in a while, but so far, no updates have materialized.
Perhaps Jimmy should have sprung for this deal?
related: The Window of Shame
Jimmy Wilkinson, Hopeless Romantic
July 1st, 2012 · 40 comments
FILED UNDER: family · money · public shaming · small town living · Texas
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#1
scott hall
oh Texas!
Jul 1, 2012 at 10:17 pm rating: 18
#2
H for Toy
Pretty sure Jimmy’s his own grandpa.
Jul 1, 2012 at 11:22 pm rating: 59
#3
Annie
Surely the outcome of loaning someone the money for their fourth divorce so that they can enter into their fifth marriage is one of those “fool me twice, shame on me”situations.
Jul 2, 2012 at 1:06 am rating: 85
#4
loribl
An attorney takes PAY PAL??? I have officially seen it all.
Jul 2, 2012 at 1:25 am rating: 27
#5
Poltergeist
This is a simple case of unrequited love. You see, Sissy believed that she and her brother were star-crossed lovers like that Leon Dicarpo and the bitch from the movie about the boat that hit a mountain. She was hoping that a divorce donation would spark the fire between them and finally cause her brother to reciprocate her forbidden feelings. I mean, how could she not lust after him? That farmer’s tan, the adorable way his left incisor peeked out from behind his upper lip, the way one of his overall straps always slipped tantalizingly over his shoulder. How he reminded her of their father! Unfortunately, ex-wife Cheyenne had an ample rack and made the best turducken in town. Despite the green tinge that still lingered years after their first matrimony, when he presented her with a strangely familiar zirconium engagement ring (it was his grandmother’s and he had it remounted), she just couldn’t say no! After all, she’d always had a weak spot for Cousin Jimmy’s southern charms.
Jul 2, 2012 at 3:22 am rating: 47
#6
NYPB
I don’t know what is better, the fact that the sign appears to be very well made or that it appears to have lights attached to the top.
Jul 2, 2012 at 5:46 am rating: 37
#7
The Elf
So, let me get this straight. Sign maker is Jimmy’s sister? If I was ever stupid enough to loan my brother money, I think I get it back from him without resorting to signs.
One, he’d never get a Christmas or birthday (or wedding) gift from me again. He’s just get a card with a “Merry Christmas/Happy Birthday/Congratulations! I knocked $50 off what you owe me. New total is $xxxx.” I’d also bring it up to my parents at every opportunity, because as annoying as little sisters can be, it’s Moms that have the guilt trip dialed in.
Jul 2, 2012 at 7:35 am rating: 24
#8
Dane Zeller
Is that the new SouthernBillboard font?
Jul 2, 2012 at 9:52 am rating: 23
#9
CharlesMichaelWilliam
Jim and his sister worked together and theyhope to get enough attention to sell their story (faked or not) to a few tv-stations and newspapers maybe get a commercial contract for a diy Shop located in the middle of nowhere Texas (use Smiths Colours and the sign of shame will last forever) and make some money
Jul 2, 2012 at 10:28 am rating: 2
#10
Ace of Space
I wonder does Sean offer punch cards like the sandwich shops? Buy nine divorces, get a free sub, drink and cookie?
Jul 2, 2012 at 10:40 am rating: 16
#11
Lil'
This is so awesome. It reminds me of a couple from my hometown who fought via one those arrow signs with the black removable letters. It was the sign in front of the local bar/pool hall. He must have cheated, so he publicly declared his love and begged forgiveness. She responded by posting a message telling him what a low life he is. It went on for month – him begging and her shooting him down. I couldn’t wait for updates, but I guess they kissed and made up b/c the messages suddenly stopped.
Jul 2, 2012 at 10:55 am rating: 21
#12
Djagir
The ad reminds me of a commercial that used to run during daytime TV in the Portland area, where I grew up:
[showing a burning pile of money] “Why burn up money on a divorce in today’s economic climate when it’s only $68 at BUDGET DIVORCE?”
Stay classy, Portland.
Jul 2, 2012 at 11:51 am rating: 16
#13
aquapt
I’d like to borrow that sign for one day, just long enough to see my entire HOA have a collective seizure.
Jul 2, 2012 at 12:02 pm rating: 55
#14
WickedSteppMom
Pretty sure sis is never going to see that money because Wife #5/Ex-wife #2 opted not to even bother with a divorce this time & used her shotgun.
Jul 2, 2012 at 12:18 pm rating: 8
#15
Noelegy
I’m embarrassed to say, but I have a family member like this. His first marriage broke up because he was a cheater. He’s been married to his second wife for only two years, but he felt the need to post on Facebook that marriage is a big mistake and should be avoided by everyone. Another family member replied that maybe he shouldn’t marry someone he’d only known for six months.
Jul 2, 2012 at 12:25 pm rating: 24
#16
lotus07
Are we sure this isn’t about Tom Cruise?
I love the fact that the Lawyer takes PayPal. Talk ab out recidivism!
Jul 2, 2012 at 12:36 pm rating: 1
#17
aquapt
And then there are the “Stand with Israel” signs.
Somehow, I’m picturing Israel inching away, in a desperate attempt not to stand with this.
Jul 2, 2012 at 4:19 pm rating: 46
#18
Omnivore
Yeee fucking haw!
Jul 2, 2012 at 7:42 pm rating: 1
#19
bamBAM!!
I’m personally impressed that he’s had 5 marriages yet only 2 ex-wives.
Jul 2, 2012 at 10:58 pm rating: 8
#20
Eric Freeman
hilarious….just!!!
Jul 4, 2012 at 4:05 am rating: 0
#21
Kanga
I live down the road from that sign, and it’s been there for years. And yes, it lights up at night.
Jul 22, 2012 at 10:48 pm rating: 5
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