A
ski term used to describe the effect of a humorous
bungle. For example, a
virgin of the
slopes finally finds him/herself poised and ready for their very first
downhill action. With poles in hand they proceed down the
bunny hill. Halfway down they trip and
crash, loosing two skis, two poles, one glove and a hat. All these items spread out on the hill have the effect of a yard sale. People sailing past on the
ski lift have a great vantage point for viewing this
spectacle.
If you are the victim you will hear their cries echoing, the hills will be alive with the sound of mockery. Just gather up your pieces quick before the ski patrol approaches you and makes it worse by announcing that you can not sleep on the hill. Children will rush past laughing. Just walk down. If you are offered some cash for your gear just take it. Find your hat and pull it all the way over your face. You had better find your missing tooth quickly and then hobble down to the lodge for some milk and a taxi. Try to get a taxi with an on-sight dentist.
At the lodge they will have a special room for yard salers. Do not make friends with them.
It is best to get out quickly and forge a new life for yourself.