Anarchist Gnome

After a fruitless search to buy an existing house, we decided to buy a new home. We are very impressed with the quality in the homes we've seen built by this company, and we love the location. But I admit I'm a bit, um, conflicted about the Homeowners' Association. At one point I swore I'd never live in a gated community, or a neighborhood with landscaping police. OK, I'm exaggerating a little (only a little). But we did decide to build in a gated community with a Homeowners' Association. We do get to pick the house colors (which shade of beige do you prefer?), but there is actually an architectural review committee that ensures that no one gets too crazy with the appearance of their home.

So to help me with my inner conflict, I enlisted the aid of a small creature who will stand guard hidden in our front landscaping (click the image below to see the larger image):

For a little added effectiveness, I gave him one funky eye, and painted his hat black so the red emblem I gave him shows with better contrast :-)

Now there is still one remaining issue. You may notice that this little guy is carrying a book. I think the book needs a title on it, and I could use some ideas. Feel free to offer your suggestions. The idea would be the title of a real book that has something to do with freedom of expression, no censorship, etc.

We are really looking forward to the house being done and moving in (it will be ready many months from now). And I like knowing that everyone must maintain the appearance of their yards and homes. And I don't like knowing that everyone must maintain the appearance of their yards and homes. The classic inner struggle ;-)

Comments

[Becky Larson]

Joe, My sis and I giggled until tears came to our eyes. We love the gnome and so TOTALLY understand the inner conflict. She suggested "Animal Farm" by George Orwell. She used to live in Kissimmee and is somewhat familiar with the ways of Florida. Can't wait to hear more suggestions.Becky

[Duffbert]

I'm thinking "The Anarchist's Cookbook"... :-)

[Joe Litton]

Hmmm..."Animal Farm" is a good respected work, and could fit. "The Anarchist's Cookbook" I'd never heard of. I looked it up on the web and WOW, there's some nasty stuff in there. Geez, Tom, what are YOU doing knowing about a book like THAT? (but I like the title)

[Dr. Lavine]

"Steal This Gnome"

[jonvon]

well i was going to say Anarchist's Cookbook too. if you are looking for a really short title you could go with _1984_.

;-)

[Jess Stratton]

"Pink Flamingoes, and the Homeowner's Who Loved Them"

Jess :-)

[Cheryle]

Farenheit 451? Seems appropriate, in both the context of your current situation and in the larger context of what's going on in the U.S. these days.

BTW, I think your gnome looks awesome. He's way cuter than the armadillo in our neighbor's yard.