29th August 2008

Define ‘Egg’

Young boy in the birthing center looking at the cows: OK, but where do the eggs come out!?

MN State Fair
Overheard by I grew up in the city too, but come on!

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29th August 2008

It Says *PUNCH*

Skinny man grabbing in the general direction of his female companions muffin top: What does the little piggy say!

MN State Fair; nowhere near the animal barns
Overheard by oink oink.

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29th August 2008

That’s A Pretty Bum Deal For Other Guy

Young man to two female friends: If we go on that ride and his underwear isn’t wet at the end; I am making him trade me.

MN State Fair
Overheard by Its a deal!

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29th August 2008

The State Fair Is Pretty Awesome This Year

Overzealous deep fried Twinky vendor to two middle-age women: Deep fried Twinkies! Hey ladies, you want some deep fried TWANKY TWANKS?!?

MN State Fair
Overheard by aeh.

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28th August 2008

You Better Check With Her

50-something lady to husband: Last time I peed only 2 tablespoons came out.  Don’t you think I’m dehydrated?

MN State Fair, Culligan Water Booth
Overheard by Was that measurement accurate?

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28th August 2008

We Are All A Little Puffier While At The Fair

Blunt woman, to friend: You’re looking slightly more puffy today.
Friend: I think it’s all these mini-donuts.

MN State Fair
Overheard by or the cookies. or the pronto pups. or the cheese curds.

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28th August 2008

Everywhere!

Woman, pointing at Food Building: I think there are a bunch of restaurants in there.

Minnesota State Fair
Overheard by You think?

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28th August 2008

Showing Support

Large women pushing stroller: Al Franken. (pauses for a wide-smile) You son of a bitch.

MN State Fair outside the Franken Booth

Overheard by Sass McFrass.

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28th August 2008

Geez You People Have Dirty Minds

20-something chick: Once I get it in one hole, I can’t get it in the other one.
20-something dude: Here, let me help.

Dunwoody express bus from state fair

Overheard by Thanks again, Blackberry!

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28th August 2008

The Cow Hadn’t Thought About It Until Then

Guy: Look at those udders.  I wonder if it’s hard to walk?
Girl: It must be weird to be a cow.

MN State Fair
Overheard by Comfortably Human.

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28th August 2008

In Case You Needed Her Medical History

Woman Barging Her Way through Fair Group on Her Cell Phone: And we found out it ISN’T a UTI. But that means much worse.

MN State Fair
Overheard by Congrats?

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27th August 2008

The Pinnacle Of The Urban Experience

Middle-aged suburban woman on cell phone: Guess where I am; on a bus, it’s so exciting!

State Fair Park & Ride
Overheard by Let’s Figure Out Public Transportation.

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27th August 2008

You Just Said A Mouthful, Honey

Mean Gossip Girl Type: I don’t like thoroughbreds. They look weird.

Horse Barn at the State Fair
Overheard by Rabbit.

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27th August 2008

Was It All You Dreamed It Could Be?

Ditzy Girl (screaming): OH MY GOD! That bunny is digging a hole! I’ve never seen that before, I’m SOO excited!
Friend: Oh my god, be quiet; you’re going to be put on Overheard!

MN State Fair, Sky Ride
Overheard by actually, you’re BOTH going to be on overheard…

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26th August 2008

You Better Listen To Your Friend

Drunk cowgirl yelling to her friend: You need to go easy on that big wiener!

Minnesota State Fair
Overheard by Unsuspecting fair-goer who was afraid to turn around.

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26th August 2008

That Describes Everything At The Fair

Woman, to husband, while eating Australian battered potatoes: These are so delicious. They’re like, fried and crispy and greasy and amazing!

MN State Fair
Overheard by spoken like a true state fair goer.

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26th August 2008

Tourists Don’t Blend In Well

Woman, to man working Hotdish on a Stick booth: So, what is hot… dish?

MN State Fair
Overheard by Alexis.

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26th August 2008

Then You’re Going The Wrong Way

Woman leaving the Fair: I’m STARVING! And I have to go to the bathroom.

MN State Fair
Overheard by Alexis.

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26th August 2008

Welcome To The Fair!

Little kid in wagon, pointing to the ground: Daddy, what’s that?
Dad, pulling wagon, clearly exhausted: That’s horse poop, kid.

MN State Fair
Overheard by Way to tell it like it is.

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26th August 2008

Filed Under “Didn’t Think That One Through”

Ditzy nice girl: Ugh.  I don’t like foot-longs.  There’s just too much meat.

MN State Fair

Overheard by i hope she was talking about the hotdogs…

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