You know when you’re in an economic recession/depression when…

1. Having pennies thrown at you is actually a benefit of being a Freshman.

2. You make sure your children finish their ketchup before you leave McDonald’s.

3. Scooters are the new Toyota Corolla.

4. You’re fined for simply sneezing in a police officer’s presence…after getting pulled over for ceasing to slow down at a yellow light.

5. “Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?” has made a comeback on the Billboard Hot 100 Music Charts.

6. You refuse to take a shower in a desperate attempt to power your car using the grease from your hair.

7. Your victory garden has started to sneak its way into the living room.

8. You have enough canceled credit cards to play Poker after sprucing them up a bit with your handy marker.

9. The elders of your community start rolling around, overwhelmed by nostalgia after hearing the word, “Hooverville,” again.

10. Your next door neighbor’s pet chihuahua is looking tastier with each passing day.