Overheard at Bele Chere

We asked our readers to share some of the things they’ve overheard others saying as they wonder the streets. In this post, we’ve aggregated some of the more funny and quirky comments that were overheard and then reported to us via Twitter. They show that some of the most entertaining moments at Bele Chere are coming at unexpected times.

To share what you overhear, hashtag your tweets #belechere AND #OH

Overheard at Bele Chere:

“Who are these people?!?! I’m so high I can’t even remember where I am. I need to be home.”

“I drink bourbon out of a wine glass, that’s how I roll. … And local beer.”

“I’m willing to be covered from head to toe in filth, as long as there’s air conditioning.”

“Evolution makes us want to perpetuate the species.”

“I’m a sloth kind of guy.”

“I feel like I’m at a hippy festival or something.”

“Bacon is not enough for me. I need bacon plus. I make baked beans weekly.”

“This festival is all about turkey legs and boob sweat.”

“Throw the switch—it’s rock and roll time.”

“Let me pull up my calendar and I’ll solve your fucking fireworks problem.”

Well, I’m not a dental hygenist and I’m not your stepfather!”

“You’ve cast your seed widely.”

“I’m working myself into a hole. Forgive me. I know not what do.”

“the family that smokes together stays together.”

“Back then, we were glad not to have been born.”

“This is one of the five worst behaviors of me.”

“Your clients are not going to know or care if you come to their wedding !!!”

“Alli, acknowledge me! I can’t get down there without you.”

“It’s OK. Be comforted.”

“How’s that sweat taste?”

“Well, I’m not a dental hygenist and I’m not your stepfather!”

“You lost your license? I’ve got your fucking license.”

“Stay away from the music, say no to the vendors. Say yes to the deep-fried stuff.”

“You can release this party any time, girl.”

“The only reason Im not a vegetarian is because of pork.”

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3 thoughts on “Overheard at Bele Chere

  1. kidblue

    overheard at a crosswalk on lexington ave.
    “if it’s in my purse, i’ll eat it!”

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