Weight is a funny thing. We don’t really think about the weight of something until it’s time to lift it, and then we’re often shocked by how heavy or light it really is.
If you’re into cars, you have to think about the weight of things as you load them. Hippos aren’t going to be good road trip companions. It’s why some people choose to smoke. Lighters are, well, lighter. They take up much less room in your car, too.
What do you call two hippos riding a bicycle? Optimistic.
Perhaps that’s why Frank Sinatra famously said, “I want to be buried with a Zippo, a roll of dimes & a bottle of Jack!”
With a hippo, we know they’re heavy. Just look at them. They don’t even really swim. They’re so dense that they sink right to the bottom. I’m the same, really. But with hippos, they can hold their breath underwater for about five minutes.
Don’t get a hippo confused with a Zippo. One’s heavy, and one’s a lighter. C’mon, these dad jokes write themselves.
You’ll never see a hippo in the wild unless you go to Africa. Otherwise, you’ll just be able to look at them when you visit a zoo. You won’t want to see one in the wild, though. They’re considered one of the most dangerous animals in the world. They’re the deadliest large land animal on the planet and are responsible for killing about 500 people (in Africa) a year.
Is a hippopotamus a hippopotamus, or just a really cool Opotamus? – Mitch Hedberg
If you want a pet, choose differently. That’s also why you might want a garage or a pole barn, by the way. To house your pets. Definitely not a hippo, though. They weigh like 3,000 pounds, and their sharp teeth are sure to tear into you. Perhaps a cow or an alpaca if you want to go with a more exotic pet. Though, dogs are a lot easier to care for, and they’ll fit in your car.
You’re a Firestarter
Stephen King once wrote, “You’re a Firestarter, honey…just one big Zippo lighter.” While most of us aren’t pyrokinetic, we do start fires quite often. We do it when we want to stay warm in the winter, when we want to roast weenies on the campfire, and when we want to set the mood with a candle in the bedroom.
Lighting a fire can create all sorts of magic.
That brings us to quality erections. No, not those. However, you have to be cautious about the kind of building you have when you enjoy starting fires. Many of us have an inner pyromaniac just waiting to come out. We catch ourselves placing a finger in a flame as quickly as possible. We look for other things to throw into a bonfire. We just enjoy watching things catch fire.
Three men are on a boat. They have four cigarettes, but nothing to light them with. So they throw a cigarette overboard and the whole boat becomes a cigarette lighter.
The last thing you want is for a garage to catch fire, though. Wood ones do all the time, and it can create quite the blaze in Sherman Country. While the firefighters are always around, that’s not really the kind of call you want to make on a Saturday night.
That’s why you have to consider materials. At Sherman, we make steel buildings. They’re not going to burn down. They’re more durable. And it’s why we’re considered to be one of the best go-to brands when it comes to building a garage, a she shed, or any other structure.
Have Some Fun with Your Property
You have to make your property your own. Have fun with it. Work to personalize it. It’s what will keep you happy and probably keep the neighbors talking, too.
If you have a home that you love but you’ve started to outgrow it, there are plenty of things that can be done with pole barns. You can create a garage to house all of your vehicles, whether they are convertibles, trucks, or the family minivan. Plus, it can serve as added storage in case you don’t have an attic or a basement (or they’re already overflowing).
If you are short on space for family fun, then a she shed or a man cave may be a better option. These steel buildings can be created anywhere on your property. Create an entire compound on your land so that you can venture away from the main house to any of the pole barns that you create. One can be for your vehicles, another for your craft projects, and even another for your exotic pets.
Grab your lighter (not your heavier) for a bonfire on your property, too. Sit back and admire all of your buildings while you watch the wood burn. If you need to do a purge within your life, grab some old photos or journals to toss into the fire, too. And hey, if you lose your Zippo, there’s always a chance that you’re a real Firestarter. Just stare at the wood and will it to catch fire. Though, if you do start to see flames emerge without the introduction of lighter fluid or a match, you might want to consult a doctor.
You know, eBay isn’t very helpful. I was looking for a lighter, and it gave me 18,906 matches.
Maybe eBay isn’t going to be the place you look for everything. If you want a Zippo, sure. If you want a hippo, book an African safari. And if you want a garage or a shed shed, then give us a call at Sherman Pole Buildings.
We’re here to talk to you about all of the ideas you have going on in your head. We’ll help you create more space around your property, whether you want to house exotic pets (again, not a hippo) or you simply want a space for all of your hobbies (like playing with your Zippo).
We’ll ensure you don’t do anything crazy, and we’ll show you why our quality erections have been getting attention for over 40 years. Trust us, we know what we’re doing. Even if we do like playing with fire.
