By Bari Auerbach

‘Signs of the Times’

The City of Sunny Isles Beach will soon be erecting a “no left turn” sign at Collins Avenue and 183rd Street to promote vehicular and pedestrian safety. But wouldn’t it be awesome if new signs could also go up all over town with proactive messages like these:

“Stop Honking!”: It’s always so frustrating when the motorist behind you keeps honking their horn – urging you to accelerate directly into oncoming traffic. But maybe if there was a “Stop Honking!” sign, impatient drivers would realize they really don’t want to be responsible for the demise of others just so they won’t be late for their hair appointment.

“Don’t Eat That!”: Imagine getting ready to devour a jumbo sized treat that isn’t on your diet when all of a sudden you look up and see sign flashing “Don’t Eat That!” Considering obesity is growing faster than any previous public health issue in the nation – and if current trends continue, 103 million American adults will be considered obese by 2018, this sign would really be a public service!

“Be Honest!”:  From public corruption scandals – to posting very old photos on dating sites, telling the whole truth and nothing but the truth may be an endangered concept – but if there were “Be Honest!” reminder signs posted throughout America, odds are people would at least think twice before stretching the truth about as far as the Brooklyn bridge.

“Meditate More!”: Crying babies, screaming moms, angry customers, cursing drivers…Since the prevalence of upset and agitated people seems to be on the rise, “Meditate More” signs could be very helpful, subconsciously reminding everyone to breathe deeply and relax – even if someone cuts you off, won’t take back the merchandise or disconnects you after you’ve been put you on hold forever forced to listen to an endless loop of Calypso music.

“Happy Holidays!”: It’s always nice to feel holiday cheer and look forward to the New Year – but if you’re lucky enough to live in Sunny Isles Beach, pledging to thoroughly enjoy life in the city  is at least one New Year’s resolution you never have to worry about keeping!