So I am not the kind of person who can just strike up a conversation with someone I don't know. I wish I were, but I am not, I'm working on it. I am also not the kind of person who can just say "No, thank you. I am not interested at this time." If I said that I would have such a guilty feeling that you would think I had just run over someone's dog. I never want anyone to think little of me to the point where it really interferes with my life. It is so very sad but also so very true. But hey, I can laugh about it. I know it's dumb.
So imagine how I feel 2-3 times a year when that unfamiliar knock is at my door and it is religious solicitors or book salespeople, talking about what they are most passionate about and I need to turn them away. I shudder just thinking about it. Actual human interaction!? With strangers!? Trying to sell me something!? OH NO! Yes, there is panic, I won't lie. I have been wanting to find something for a while that will discourage them.
Behold, Attack Dog! |
Then of course someone had a brilliant and stupidly simplistic idea. A NO SOLICITING SIGN! Give me a second to smack my head, mmkay?
.......
Okay. Yes, a sign, it's brilliant in a 'duh' kind of way. But that involved money where as none of the other options did, so it has been a long time coming. And yeah, a piece of paper with crayon writing is free, but really... I want it to look like I mean business. And I don't mean any business, I mean Step-any-further-and-I-will-bring-your-bottom-to-court-and-end-your-tyranny-on-my-emotions type of business.
So it had to be yellow.
SHABAM! |
You might notice a few scuffs on the bottom there. That is not how it came. That was because my husband thought he would help squeegee by using the cardboard tube that came with it. Yes, I am serious. I love that man, but sometimes... well sometimes he is just like me, oblivious. That said, the cardboard sucked the color right out of that sign. It's probably why the squeegee that came with it wasn't made of cardboard. However, if the sign does get scratched, it will leave scratch marks, just in case you thought it wouldn't.
It came in a box and was wrapped around the aforementioned tube. The squeegee was also in the box. It came very quickly, I should know because I counted the seconds til it arrived. I was not disappointed. So far, we haven't had any solicitors. I hope it deters them. If not, well, I guess I be making myself a nice little panic room in one of our closets.
Signazon has WAY more than Custom signs though, they have pre-made No Soliciting signs as well as for sale signs, store sale signs, and other business clings. They even have clear clings, so you could make yourself one of those stick families in Photoshop and put that bad boy on your window. Bonus: It peels off! Divorced? Cut the husband out and stick it back on!
I kid, I kid. But seriously, the possibilities really ARE endless and the design process is so easy! Please try it, if for no other reason than to just kill 20 minutes while you wait for Facebook to get more interesting.
The signs are pretty reasonable too. This one would set you back less than $37. But you could order a custom sized smaller one for less or a bigger one for more. Awesome note: You can order a full car window cling for your back window. The site will help you choose your Make, Model, and Year to find what size you need! How awesome is that!? I was totally impressed with the site and how easy everything is. Please check them out for any sign that you may need. Think book sale, baby shower, memorial sticker... what do you need?
Disclaimer: I wish that I could say that this sign is completely false and that I in no way would actually avoid my own home for weeks if I thought a salesman might come back... but I totally would. I would find SOMEWHERE for my kids and I to be for every second that I could afford to be using the family vehicle. Would I hide in a closet? No, but I would hide behind curtains as I peek to see if you have left yet. Will I cry? No. That one is false. At least I think it is.
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12 comments:
We get a solicitor at least once a week. I simply just don't answer the door. I don't know why people still go door to door because it's just not safe anymore.
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That sign is better than my go away doormat!
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Ha! That's a great sign! -emilystrange123 from swap-bot.
What a MARVELOUS idea !! I totally need one of these & I LOVE your post !!
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What a great post! I love the sign! That would definitely come in handy with all the people that come knocking here! Love the name of your blog-- my son always says "6 more minutes, PLEASE??" Ha! Not sure where he came up with the 6 minutes but that's what he goes with! Following through Google and NB :)
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Interesting and funny sign. Luckily for me, we don't get those strangers in my country. Well, maybe once every two or three years.
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Great sign! We live in the country and am lucky to have a salesman once a year. The last saleman cost us 600.00 because I couldn't say no to the meat he was selling. I should have NEVER opened the door.
Am enjoying peeking into your world.
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I'm going to have to check these out.
oddbroad - follow me #17
Oh, I can so identify! I love the sign, but I had my husband put in a peep hole and I always check before opening the door. (The vicious-sounding barking dogs also help discourage unwanted people!)
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I do have anxiety whenever anyone comes to the door uninvited- even if it's not a stranger. I HATE drop-in vistors. Yes, we may be family but I don't come knocking at your door randomly. Usually I'm in my PJ's or the house is a mess. A sign might help with the strangers at least. Has it worked so far?
Thelittlegreenden, I have not gotten any knocks on my door since putting it up. Even the UPS man didn't knock as usual, just left the package and drove off :) I LOVE this sign!
Love the sign. It shows that you have a sense of humor. I don't like solicitors either. I'm concerned about letting strangers in.
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