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4 Gas Stations, 4 Fireworks Stores

Posted by Sean | Posted under Foo, Ramblings | August 17, 2008

Saw an economic bizarro scenario on the border of Missouri and Iowa.

First, we spotted an old-looking gas station, connected to a fireworks store. Then another. And another. And, I think, another. I’m a little sketchy on the particulars as my mind was in the process of exploding. This was not exactly the population center of the universe, but at some point there was a demand for such things, and little else. With such a significant percentage of a local economy, I wonder if it is high time to recognize a new asset class: intentionally flammable assets.

Mrs. Ramblings and I can’t say too much, because we have nearby fireworks stands pop up around July 4th. Although we are comforted that they have not morphed into permanent structures… :-) …yet?

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  1. Brad August 18, 2008 1:23 pm

    Believe me, permanent firework stands are a thing that only appear in Missouri. You just never know when you’re going to need some bottle rockets …