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Fascinating Rules The Amish Have To Follow
When you think of the Amish, you probably think of those groups in the Pennsylvania area who still drive horses and buggies and don’t use electricity, but the actual truth is that you don’t know the half of it.
There’s so much that happens beneath the surface, people don’t even know how rigid it actually is inside those communities. Looking to learn more about some of America’s most traditional people? Well, look no further than these strict Amish rules.
Pregnant Women Work Right Up Until Birth
There’s no maternity leave for Amish women. They toil in the fields, pregnant or not, literally right up until the moment their water breaks. To make matters worse, they aren’t allowed any kind of pain medication during birth (unless it becomes an emergency situation, in which case they’re allowed to go to the hospital).
Women Are Limited To Four Dresses Total
Unfortunately, amish women don’t have the luxury of stuffing their closets full of clothes. They’re limited to owning only four dresses at a time – one for wearing, one for washing, one for formal occasions like church or weddings, and one spare dress for backup.
Amish Childrens’ Learning Is Capped At 8th Grade
While most kids would consider themselves lucky to only have to go to school through the 8th grade, for the children of Amish communities they’re not allowed to attend school beyond that. Their primary goal is to learn reading, writing, basic math, and Pennsylvania Dutch. Beyond that, all schooling is for practical learning, and after graduation they go straight to work in the community.
No Physical Interaction While Courting
You think modern parents are bad about regulating their kids while dating? In the Amish community, absolutely no physical contact of any sort is allowed during the courting period – including hand holding! Such intimacies must wait until after they’re married (and even then there are still limitations).
Zippers And Belts Are Not Allowed
Most people probably don’t consider buttons and zippers to be very gaudy, but the amish do. As such, you will never find a pair of men’s trousers with zippers on the front, only buttons. Even Sunday suits don’t button in the front, as it’s considered to be too close to military jackets. Also, belts and buckles are absolutely frowned upon since they also represent extreme opulence. Instead, men may wear suspenders… but only for the purpose of pants support!
Hair Must Be Up And Uncut At All Times
Amish women who desire a new hairstyle are plain out of luck, because strict rules dictate that women cannot cut their hair. On top of that, their long locks must be hidden away underneath either bonnets or prayer coverings, except for during the evening when they’re with the family. But the women aren’t the only ones who have strict hair regulations.
A Man’s Beard Is Sacred
Apparently amish men have higher regard for their beards than hipsters do, because they have just as many hair rules as the women do. All unmarried men must remain clean shaven, and only after they’ve taken a wife can they grow one and become a “real man”. And, of course, they must always shave their upper lips – a pacifist tradition that all started in an attempt to distinguish themselves from soldiers.
Photos Are Against The Rules… Sort Of
In general, the amish shun any kind of photography due to the fact that it promotes idolatry of “graven images”. This is why some amish will get very upset if you try to take their picture. There are exceptions to this, however. Some communities believe that only posing for photos is idolatrous, while candid photos of them working and doing tasks are perfectly acceptable.
All Women Must Be Silent And Submissive
The term “feminism” is about as foreign to the amish as television. As women must be totally submissive to either their male elders or their husbands (as per Old Testament law) and never dare speak up in church. In fact, in domestic matters where the church intervenes, the institution almost always sides with the man.
No Woman Can Be Childless
There’s no such thing as deciding not to have children in the amish community, as such thoughts would be considered sinful. If you’re a woman capable of bearing children, then that’s your main prerogative in life. And the tally doesn’t stop with just one or two kids either.
No Man Is To Cook
You’ll never see an Amish man in the kitchen, and that’s because cooking is considered to be womanly work. While the men labor in the fields and bring home the bacon, the women are required to stay home and cook the bacon (so to speak).
Amish Kids Can’t Contact Anyone From Outside The Community
As radical as it may seem, children are forbidden from talking to anyone who doesn’t live in their community. After all, young children are impressionable, and speaking to outsiders might influence their mindsets. If any child were to break these rules, they could get into some serious trouble by not only their parents, but the community leaders as well.
Makeup And Accessories Are Frowned Upon
Although many young ladies tried, any kind of makeup or external adornment is considered taboo. While most non-Amish women spend on jewelry, lavish clothing, and apparel, Amish women use that money for their families, which are typically about three times larger than the average American family!
Courting Couples Must Be Separated In Bed
Just to solidify the whole no touching rule, courting couples are required to “sleep” with each other side by side before marriage – with a physical divider between them, of course (this is also referred to as “bundling”). Couples may talk to each other throughout the night to establish an intimate bond, but that’s it. This practice stems from the Old Testament, specifically the book of Ruth.
Amish Children Are Recruited To Work Very Young
Child labor laws don’t apply to amish communities, because it’s not uncommon for children to start helping out around the farm soon after they learn to walk. To be fair, most children are eager to help and be like their older siblings, and there’s little coercion on the parents’ parts. Hard work and productivity is hard-wired into the amish from a young age, and so working for them is less of a chore and more of a way of life.
Excommunicated Church Members Are Totally Shunned
One of the greatest shames an Amish person can endure is being excommunicated from the church. This can be for any offense, from assaulting someone to possessing a cell phone. If the person who commits these transgressions doesn’t cooperate, then church leaders will vote and a shunning will take place. During this shunning – or “meidung” – there is to be no communication or support for the transgressor. This shunning is permanent, although they can be accepted back into the church if complete repentance is shown.
Driving Cars Is Forbidden (Though Riding In One Is Fine)
The amish are famous for their horses and buggies, and that’s due to their commitment to stay (relatively) technology-free. As such, the amish are forbidden from getting behind the wheel of a car… but that doesn’t stop them from finding loopholes all the same. Amish may accept rides from other people and may call a taxi if needed. In some instances, they’ll even hire chauffeurs to ferry them around!
The Majority Return To Their Communities
While some Amish teens who get a taste of the English world do choose to remain, more often than not they will choose to return home.Once they return, they are required to shun all worldliness, become baptized, and devote themselves wholeheartedly to the church. If at any point they change their minds, then they are to be excommunicated.
All Children’s Toys Must Be Simple
There aren’t very many options open for Amish children when it comes to playthings. Their options are typically limited to plain wooden carvings of horses or buggies, or faceless dolls. The reason why these dolls remain faceless is due to teachings from the book of Deuteronomy that forbids any graven images to be made, and the Amish interpret this as any sort of likeness whatsoever. This is done in an attempt to avoid any semblance of vanity.
Women Are Solely In Charge Of The Domestics
If you’re born female, then your role in the community has already been decided. Amish rules dictate that the woman’s domain is to be the home, and the man’s domain is not to be infringed upon. A woman’s sole purpose is to take care of the home and its occupants, and nothing more. In fact, they begin training these women from a very young age…
Never Too Young To Learn
In an effort to prepare them for life as a woman, Amish mothers begin training their daughters almost as soon as they can speak and walk. This training includes household chores like baking, cleaning, cooking, and other handicrafts that will prove useful to them later in life once they marry and establish their own households.
Technology Must Be Shunned (Except In Certain Conditions)
For centuries the amish have lived by a strict no technology rule, as such frivolous things are far too worldly. As times have changed, and technology has become almost impossible to avoid, more progressive communities have made exceptions for things like solar panels and wind turbines. They still remain largely off the grid, though.
The Amish’ Passion Is Their Work
If you were to ask any Amish person about their hobbies or passions, they’d likely say something like “working”. That’s because the Amish pride themselves on hard, sturdy work and getting their hands dirty. There’s no such thing as quick breaks or days off for them, as every day is considered an opportunity to build, farm, and toil.
Rumspringa Is The One Exception To Their Strict Rules
Once an Amish turns 16, they are free to leave their community to explore the English world, a time known as Rumspringa (which means “running around”). These teens are let loose on the world and allowed to party, drink, use technology, along with anything else that falls under pageanness and vice. They then must make a decision – to adopt the English ways, or return. Not all of them return home, though.
The Amish Are Required To Have Many Children
A staple component of the Amish lifestyle is bearing and raising children, a tenant inspired by the Bible’s command to “be fruitful and multiply”. For this reason, they abstain from birth control and all contraceptives, and typically have around six to eight kids. Sadly, due to increased breeding within a limited gene pool, some of these children end up being born with genetic defects.
The Older Children Must Take Care Of Their Younger Siblings
In an effort to prepare them for parenthood (and also to take pressures off of the parents), Amish children are required to care for their younger siblings. However, there’s no established minimum age – meaning that it’s not uncommon to see a six year old caring for their two year old sibling. These mandates would be highly challenged in modern society for safety issues alone!
The Ordnung Is Law
Before any amish man, woman, or child can make a decision about literally anything, they must first consult the Ordnung, a Bible-like manual that dictates everything about their culture from religious tenets to carriage design. But you won’t find it written down anywhere, as this is more of a mental manual that exists only in the mind and is passed down from generation to generation. Violating its rules can mean immediate expulsion from the church.
The Amish Shun Any Form Of Violence
In the 400-plus years they’ve existed, the amish have always eschewed any form of violence and aggression whatsoever. They’re pacifists by nature, which is why they stay clear away from the military, police force, and government. In fact, they won’t even vote in elections (although that is slowly changing) due to the fact that they’d be voting for politicians whose policies include warfare.
Church Is To Be Observed At Home
Though actual church buildings are starting to become more common in communities, many amish still follow the old beliefs of holding church services within their own homes. Families will rotate hosting, and services usually last around three hours long! During this time men and women will usually sit separately and the pastor will walk from room to room preaching so that everyone in attendance can hear.
No Instruments Are Allowed, Only Singing
Could you imagine a world without guitars, pianos, or drums? The amish can, thanks to a strict rule that says instruments of any kind are forbidden during church services. While some communities may allow the harmonica to be played during leisure time, during church they must stick to singing only.
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![One of the most annoying parts about driving is parking, and even worse than parking, is being unable to get a spot because of someone else’s selfishness. For whatever reason, wherever you go, some people think they’re entitled to off-limits or excessive spots. [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"]INSERT START SLIDE SHOW IMAGE[mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] But on the contrary, oftentimes when people park inconsideably, other good samaritans act, many times exposing and showcasing the person’s foolishness for all to see. These are some of the worst parking fails ever captured, and many of the hilarious retaliations they caused. Construction 101 [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] As you can read on the plywood, “No parking means no parking.” Clearly this guy was sick of the smart car hogging up space every day, and let him have it by trapping him in a makeshift fence. Just Aggressive [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] This entitled Mercedes driver decided to take up 5 spots in the middle of a busy lot, and the other patrons let him have it. Though they were aggressive, I’m sure the driver got the message. Sidewalk Criminal [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] If there’s one rule when parking in a neighborhood driveway, it’s to never block the sidewalk traffic. Because if you do, they’ll not only be annoyed, but might even slide across your hood. Jeep Locked [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] It’s not just trucks who take up unnecessary spots, Jeeps do it too. But this guy wasn’t getting away with it so easily, as the authorities decided to throw boots on the wheels so he couldn’t leave. Cart Swarm! [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Everyone knows that parking your car outside a department store is a no-no, and that’s because tons of people are trying to get in and out. Well, the cart retriever sure showed them! Giving Them the Boot [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] If you’re bold enough to show disregard for others and take up multiple spots outside a busy store, you should be fully prepared to suffer the consequences when people complain! Special Spot [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Since this fellow didn’t seem to care about the lines purposely signifying parking spaces, a nice patron decided to draw them their own spot, since they couldn’t park in one themself. Passenger Door [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Since this Camaro decided to get cute and park in the dead center of two spots, the driver of this Rav-4 must have been livid to see there were no others available, so he immediately made his frustration known. Time to hop over the center console! Trashed In [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Usually in the city, when they say no parking, they really mean it. Not only was it clearly displayed on these dumpsters, but what better way to emphasize the point than by pinning them in with said dumpsters. Hydrant Priority [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Everyone should know that you’re not supposed to block fire hydrants, and while city’s always block a spot off, some people still disrespect their wishes. And when it comes to safety, the hydrant is always going to take priority over the car. You’re Surrounded [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When this person thought he was smart by parking whimsically in an open lot, some others decided play a nice little prank on them, surrounding with five vehicles, making it almost impossible to escape. Grumpy Notice [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When you have a reserved spot, you treat it like your baby. And that was certainly the case for this person, who used this grumpy cat notice to get the message across. Betting there won’t be a next time! Drive Away [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] This person took issue when his neighbor literally parked in the way of their driveway, causing them to be trapped due to the curbing. They made their frustrations heard with a nice illustration. Going Online [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] If you’re especially bad at parking, you’re probably going to end up on the internet in a story like this, being exposed for your incapabilities. This annoyed neighbor was sure to make that known. Going down! [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When people are fed up, they tend to make some pretty ambitious threats, but somehow when it comes to parking, people get really riled up. Though this would be a crime, still not worth risking it! Parking Consumption [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Of all the notes you could leave on a napkin, this is probably one of the nicest. You can’t say that they aren’t speaking the truth, and all humans should help lowering parking consumption. Art Notice [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] The passive aggressive nature of taking even a little time to draw a picture, just to prove how annoyed you are with the person who took your spot is admirable. Have to respect the effort. Hopefully they get the message. Squeezed Outback [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When this Ford Explorer decided to park across multiple parking spots for no apparent reason, two other people took it upon themselves to pin them in incredibly tight, giving the perpetrator low chances of escaping. Still Fits [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Even though this person’s selfish effort to take up two spots was egregious, this Jeep Wrangler was still able to fit in one of them, allowing him to make the driver’s door completely inaccessible. Make ‘em work for it. Exposed [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Sometimes when you clearly display that you don’t know where the spot is, other people are willing to help point it out, in dramatic fashion. Now everyone knows how entitled they were. Saran Stuck [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Everyone knows the classic saran wrap car prank, but this person took it to another level. It looks as if they wrapped it multiple times, considering you can’t even see in the windows. Good luck getting that off. Potato Clan [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Welp, well this unlucky individual couldn’t have predicted the Potato Clan would come after him, but they better shape up before the rest of whatever the produce army comes for them... Princess Parking [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] They teach you pretty early on that anything with stripes slashed across is a no parking zone, but some people try and just do it anyway. And even if you don’t get a ticket, someone will call you out for what you are. Stoned [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Instead of putting a boot on this car, it seems an unhappy patron decided to really take it to the extreme and just drop a whole slab of rock on the hood. Regardless of if it proved his point, we’re sure it left a mark. Line Crosser [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] The only excuse this person could have is that the spots were snowed over when they got there, which would be benefit of the doubt, but considering someone likely had to park far away and was mad enough to write it, probably not. Good Luck [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Since this individual didn’t understand how to stay in his own parallel spot, the people who were forced out of space decided to make a point by pinning them in so closely, he’ll inevitably have to face the music. Today’s Winner [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Instead of the typical passive aggressive response to bad parking, this person decided to glorify this offender for the entire parking garage to see. Can’t imagine they’ll make that mistake again, but now everyone knows their true colors. Thorough Explanation [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Somebody obviously bought this card in anticipation of meeting yet another incapable parker, which has probably been torturing them for years. Now, at least the culprit will know the extent of their actions. Smart Chains While this may be extremely petty, this improvisation tire chain lock system is absolutely savage. Not that everyone just has a massive chain handy, but this was bound to dumbfound the driver. Perpendicular No one will ever understand why you’d think it’s okay to just park sideways across multiple spots, but you better believe that if you don’t have an extremely good reason, people are going to come for you. Propped Up Clearly this isn’t how these cars are usually parked in the driveway, and we can assume the Mazda came in a bit too hot, to the point where both cars were not only lifted, but got wedged in place. Trashed This person was practically asking for it when he decided to park inappropriately next to some dumpsters of all places. Even we could’ve predicted that angry patrons would show them up in the most obvious way. On An Island This historical picture of a man’s truck being isolated by an entire trench is pretty epic, and makes you wonder how long it’d been there, and whether or not the driver was ever coming back. Insert Text Nikhail It’s unclear what the story behind the costumes is, but it’s pretty obvious these three men decided to troll whoever it is that decided to park perfectly on top of the dividing line. Hummer Duel Nothing like two Hummers duking it out for spots that are already too small for the monstrosity of vehicles they are. Clearly one got to the spot the other wanted first, so they cancelled out each other’s driver-side door. Handicapped Forever When this person decided to risk it all for a handicapped spot, they never could have predicted the consequences would be taken this far. That blue paint sure isn’t coming off easily. Carted In A benefit of the other inconsiderate people who leave carts outside of the corral is that you can use them to trap in other inconsiderate folks who take up multiple spots at the grocery store. Good going team! Rude Imposter Not only did this guy park in a foolish manner and take up two spots, but he did it in the exact same make and model as another jeep, who clearly took offense. He responded appropriately, though, by just perching himself on the person’s wheel. Be Careful Whether they knew it or not, this car was parked on private property, and even though it usually just sounds like a threat, this time the owner was very serious. Now it’s time to figure out how to get the car down... Seriously, How? Well, now we can see the extent of the situation. It appears that the car was raised up by the forklift, and will likely stay on the cage until the owner comes back and learns what he’s done. Dare You This smaller vehicle was so over the fact this lifted pickup truck felt the need to take up two spots, they literally parked underneath the body, effectively daring them to run them over if they want to leave before them. Lambo Boot Just because you’re rich or drive a nice car, doesn’t mean you’re immune from the rule of law, let alone basic street rules. This Lamborghini tried to get cute and park in a loading zone, but authorities weren’t having it. Cart Prison Whatever this person did, it wasn’t parking outside the lines, because the car appears to be in the spot. We’ll guess this car had been left way past its welcome, so the store made an emphasis to make sure it wouldn't leave without an explanation. Smart Tips The car with the least excuse of fitting in a normal spot would be a smart car, so when this driver made the mistake of parking directly on the line, the people let him have it and tipped the whole car over. Ruthless. Yellow Stripe To showcase exactly how bad this person’s parking efforts were, they visualized it for them with a yellow line of their own, appropriately striped across the whole car, which was sure to infuriate the perpetrator. Blatant Disrespect Either the driver of that Ford couldn’t read, or had a gripe with the motorcycle driver, because pinning a motorcycle in when it’s in its designated spot is not cool. Hopefully they were still able to get out. [mw-nw group="end-of-gallery"]](https://staging.bonvoyaged.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/awfulparkingfeaturedimage-400x240.jpg)
![One of the most annoying parts about driving is parking, and even worse than parking, is being unable to get a spot because of someone else’s selfishness. For whatever reason, wherever you go, some people think they’re entitled to off-limits or excessive spots. [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"]INSERT START SLIDE SHOW IMAGE[mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] But on the contrary, oftentimes when people park inconsideably, other good samaritans act, many times exposing and showcasing the person’s foolishness for all to see. These are some of the worst parking fails ever captured, and many of the hilarious retaliations they caused. Construction 101 [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] As you can read on the plywood, “No parking means no parking.” Clearly this guy was sick of the smart car hogging up space every day, and let him have it by trapping him in a makeshift fence. Just Aggressive [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] This entitled Mercedes driver decided to take up 5 spots in the middle of a busy lot, and the other patrons let him have it. Though they were aggressive, I’m sure the driver got the message. Sidewalk Criminal [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] If there’s one rule when parking in a neighborhood driveway, it’s to never block the sidewalk traffic. Because if you do, they’ll not only be annoyed, but might even slide across your hood. Jeep Locked [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] It’s not just trucks who take up unnecessary spots, Jeeps do it too. But this guy wasn’t getting away with it so easily, as the authorities decided to throw boots on the wheels so he couldn’t leave. Cart Swarm! [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Everyone knows that parking your car outside a department store is a no-no, and that’s because tons of people are trying to get in and out. Well, the cart retriever sure showed them! Giving Them the Boot [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] If you’re bold enough to show disregard for others and take up multiple spots outside a busy store, you should be fully prepared to suffer the consequences when people complain! Special Spot [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Since this fellow didn’t seem to care about the lines purposely signifying parking spaces, a nice patron decided to draw them their own spot, since they couldn’t park in one themself. Passenger Door [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Since this Camaro decided to get cute and park in the dead center of two spots, the driver of this Rav-4 must have been livid to see there were no others available, so he immediately made his frustration known. Time to hop over the center console! Trashed In [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Usually in the city, when they say no parking, they really mean it. Not only was it clearly displayed on these dumpsters, but what better way to emphasize the point than by pinning them in with said dumpsters. Hydrant Priority [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Everyone should know that you’re not supposed to block fire hydrants, and while city’s always block a spot off, some people still disrespect their wishes. And when it comes to safety, the hydrant is always going to take priority over the car. You’re Surrounded [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When this person thought he was smart by parking whimsically in an open lot, some others decided play a nice little prank on them, surrounding with five vehicles, making it almost impossible to escape. Grumpy Notice [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When you have a reserved spot, you treat it like your baby. And that was certainly the case for this person, who used this grumpy cat notice to get the message across. Betting there won’t be a next time! Drive Away [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] This person took issue when his neighbor literally parked in the way of their driveway, causing them to be trapped due to the curbing. They made their frustrations heard with a nice illustration. Going Online [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] If you’re especially bad at parking, you’re probably going to end up on the internet in a story like this, being exposed for your incapabilities. This annoyed neighbor was sure to make that known. Going down! [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When people are fed up, they tend to make some pretty ambitious threats, but somehow when it comes to parking, people get really riled up. Though this would be a crime, still not worth risking it! Parking Consumption [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Of all the notes you could leave on a napkin, this is probably one of the nicest. You can’t say that they aren’t speaking the truth, and all humans should help lowering parking consumption. Art Notice [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] The passive aggressive nature of taking even a little time to draw a picture, just to prove how annoyed you are with the person who took your spot is admirable. Have to respect the effort. Hopefully they get the message. Squeezed Outback [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] When this Ford Explorer decided to park across multiple parking spots for no apparent reason, two other people took it upon themselves to pin them in incredibly tight, giving the perpetrator low chances of escaping. Still Fits [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Even though this person’s selfish effort to take up two spots was egregious, this Jeep Wrangler was still able to fit in one of them, allowing him to make the driver’s door completely inaccessible. Make ‘em work for it. Exposed [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Sometimes when you clearly display that you don’t know where the spot is, other people are willing to help point it out, in dramatic fashion. Now everyone knows how entitled they were. Saran Stuck [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Everyone knows the classic saran wrap car prank, but this person took it to another level. It looks as if they wrapped it multiple times, considering you can’t even see in the windows. Good luck getting that off. Potato Clan [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Welp, well this unlucky individual couldn’t have predicted the Potato Clan would come after him, but they better shape up before the rest of whatever the produce army comes for them... Princess Parking [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] They teach you pretty early on that anything with stripes slashed across is a no parking zone, but some people try and just do it anyway. And even if you don’t get a ticket, someone will call you out for what you are. Stoned [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Instead of putting a boot on this car, it seems an unhappy patron decided to really take it to the extreme and just drop a whole slab of rock on the hood. Regardless of if it proved his point, we’re sure it left a mark. Line Crosser [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] The only excuse this person could have is that the spots were snowed over when they got there, which would be benefit of the doubt, but considering someone likely had to park far away and was mad enough to write it, probably not. Good Luck [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Since this individual didn’t understand how to stay in his own parallel spot, the people who were forced out of space decided to make a point by pinning them in so closely, he’ll inevitably have to face the music. Today’s Winner [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Instead of the typical passive aggressive response to bad parking, this person decided to glorify this offender for the entire parking garage to see. Can’t imagine they’ll make that mistake again, but now everyone knows their true colors. Thorough Explanation [mw-nw group="atf-leaderboard-300x250-instream-1"][mw-nw group="300x250-instream-2"] Somebody obviously bought this card in anticipation of meeting yet another incapable parker, which has probably been torturing them for years. Now, at least the culprit will know the extent of their actions. Smart Chains While this may be extremely petty, this improvisation tire chain lock system is absolutely savage. Not that everyone just has a massive chain handy, but this was bound to dumbfound the driver. Perpendicular No one will ever understand why you’d think it’s okay to just park sideways across multiple spots, but you better believe that if you don’t have an extremely good reason, people are going to come for you. Propped Up Clearly this isn’t how these cars are usually parked in the driveway, and we can assume the Mazda came in a bit too hot, to the point where both cars were not only lifted, but got wedged in place. Trashed This person was practically asking for it when he decided to park inappropriately next to some dumpsters of all places. Even we could’ve predicted that angry patrons would show them up in the most obvious way. On An Island This historical picture of a man’s truck being isolated by an entire trench is pretty epic, and makes you wonder how long it’d been there, and whether or not the driver was ever coming back. Insert Text Nikhail It’s unclear what the story behind the costumes is, but it’s pretty obvious these three men decided to troll whoever it is that decided to park perfectly on top of the dividing line. Hummer Duel Nothing like two Hummers duking it out for spots that are already too small for the monstrosity of vehicles they are. Clearly one got to the spot the other wanted first, so they cancelled out each other’s driver-side door. Handicapped Forever When this person decided to risk it all for a handicapped spot, they never could have predicted the consequences would be taken this far. That blue paint sure isn’t coming off easily. Carted In A benefit of the other inconsiderate people who leave carts outside of the corral is that you can use them to trap in other inconsiderate folks who take up multiple spots at the grocery store. Good going team! Rude Imposter Not only did this guy park in a foolish manner and take up two spots, but he did it in the exact same make and model as another jeep, who clearly took offense. He responded appropriately, though, by just perching himself on the person’s wheel. Be Careful Whether they knew it or not, this car was parked on private property, and even though it usually just sounds like a threat, this time the owner was very serious. Now it’s time to figure out how to get the car down... Seriously, How? Well, now we can see the extent of the situation. It appears that the car was raised up by the forklift, and will likely stay on the cage until the owner comes back and learns what he’s done. Dare You This smaller vehicle was so over the fact this lifted pickup truck felt the need to take up two spots, they literally parked underneath the body, effectively daring them to run them over if they want to leave before them. Lambo Boot Just because you’re rich or drive a nice car, doesn’t mean you’re immune from the rule of law, let alone basic street rules. This Lamborghini tried to get cute and park in a loading zone, but authorities weren’t having it. Cart Prison Whatever this person did, it wasn’t parking outside the lines, because the car appears to be in the spot. We’ll guess this car had been left way past its welcome, so the store made an emphasis to make sure it wouldn't leave without an explanation. Smart Tips The car with the least excuse of fitting in a normal spot would be a smart car, so when this driver made the mistake of parking directly on the line, the people let him have it and tipped the whole car over. Ruthless. Yellow Stripe To showcase exactly how bad this person’s parking efforts were, they visualized it for them with a yellow line of their own, appropriately striped across the whole car, which was sure to infuriate the perpetrator. Blatant Disrespect Either the driver of that Ford couldn’t read, or had a gripe with the motorcycle driver, because pinning a motorcycle in when it’s in its designated spot is not cool. Hopefully they were still able to get out. [mw-nw group="end-of-gallery"]](https://staging.bonvoyaged.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/awfulparkingfeaturedimage-100x100.jpg)
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