Only in Washington, D.C. (or maybe NYC) would you see this kind of a Classified ad. Pictured above -- in the Fairfax County Times (VA), an ad for a home schooling instructor. Here's how it starts, "Educate, tutor and discipline an infant ... oversee his recreation ... guide behavior in scientific methods. And it goes on! Prospective candidates also need to know Mandarin and CPR. Love it.

What a lovely way to make a political statement. OK, it's not subtle, but it's really well done Mr. Emanuel. A simple sticker -- applied to a plain glass bottle -- and served when "tap water" is selected at a hip restaurant (City Winery). Is this all over the city? Brilliant.

Truth in Advertising - Real Estate Rental

Saw this sign in Northern Virginia near the new Vienna, VA firehouse. It reads, "Great Rental For Sale - Full of Mold - Cash Only ... " Not a strong selling point in my book, but truthful.

Don't Jump! ... in an elevator.

Spotted in the Sunsphere elevator in Knoxville, TN, the sign reads, "If you jump, this elevator will stop." This happens enough to warrant a sign? Apparently yes (is there that little to do in Knoxville?). I looked it up and there are a number of reported incidents on the subject. This one explains more if you're interested.

Unusual Pizza Toppings

These menu toppings caught my eye at Rocco's, a pizza joint in McLean, VA. The menu boasts "every possible topping we could think of" which includes Lizard Legs, Tired Toothbrush Bristles and Sauteed Worms. Wish the food was as good as the menu was clever. Even my kids complained ... about pizza!

Sweet 2012 Promotion From Sweetgreen

Sweetgreen, a salad place concentrated in the Northeast, had a great window at their Georgetown location, "Next Year I Will" which has the hashtag #sweet2012 underneath.

What will YOU do next year? How will you answer that question? Resolve to tweet it!

Snarky Sniffles From Trader Joe's

Spotted this tissue box at Trader Joe's on my last visit. Hilarious little sayings on all sides. Only wish my kids would heed this one: "Please don't leave me in your pocket when you do laundry."