Everyday Randomness
Often I find myself completely perplexed by the randomness of things in the Philippines. You see things that you just do not expect to see. Take, for instance, the way jeepneys (the predominant public transportation vehicles, for those non-Filipino readers) are decorated. The other day I saw one that was painted with the logo of the Bristol City Football Club from England accompanied by the proclamation “Bristol City FC is the Best.” Just find it strange that there would be a large fanbase for this particular football club. Admittedly I am not so knowledgeable about English football but I do know that Bristol City is not as well known as Manchester United and others. Another jeepney I recently spotted was emblazoned with the names of various canals. Suez Canal, Panama Canal, etc. What is that about?
My understanding is that the jeepney drivers can decorate their vehicles any way they choose—some are beautifully painted, others are hideous. Some advertise particular products or bands such as Coca-Cola (without compensation I assume.) But, what, this guy is a fan of the Suez Canals? I’d really like an explanation on this.
The above picture, taken today on Banilad Rd. in Cebu, is an example of a jeepney decked out in corporate logos. I’m quite sure that Panasonic and Michelin did not pay for the advertising. (Pictured in the foreground is Ana’s unoccupied carseat.)
Posted by
at
16:27:02
