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Remember The Drone Guy Who Asked Out A Girl Dancing On A Roof? He Finally Met Her In A Giant Inflatable Ball
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Remember The Drone Guy Who Asked Out A Girl Dancing On A Roof? He Finally Met Her In A Giant Inflatable Ball

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Romance and dating during the coronavirus pandemic are possible, they just require some creativity. New York photographer Jeremy Cohen, who saw a girl dancing on the roof, sent her his phone number with a drone and had a long-distance rooftop dinner first date with her, has a wholesome update for us. He met up with Tori and went on a real date with her!

But before your alarm bells go off and you start fainting from the possible lack of social distancing, relax—this cool guy had it under control. He showed up in a giant inflatable ball and even brought flowers and hand sanitizer for Tori as gifts. Though he couldn’t give them to her because, well, he’s a responsible citizen rolling around in a plastic bubble.

Jeremy even got stopped by the police, but don’t worry, he didn’t get into any trouble. They recognized him from the news. Scroll down to see how Jeremy and Tori’s latest date went and share your thoughts in the comments, Pandas. You can read our earlier post about Jeremy and Tori’s love story right here. And read on for Bored Panda’s latest interview with Jeremy!

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Jeremy Cohen saw a girl, Tori, dancing on her roof one day

So he attached his phone number to his drone and flew it over to her

An hour later, she texted him!

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They arranged a long-distance rooftop dinner date

Jeremy told Tori that she’s beautiful

Jeremy posted an update video where he and Tori went on a real-life date and met face to face

 

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We were interested to know if Jeremy already had an inflatable plastic bubble or if he bought it for the occasion. “I was thinking about buying one because I thought it could be a way to make people smile walking around the city during quarantine while also being safe, but I couldn’t find any online. Then my artist friend, Pablo Rochat, posted a link to one in his story (I think as a joke). I couldn’t believe he found an actual link to buy one, so I immediately purchased it. Then I met Tori and I think it was right before our first date, it arrived in the mail and I realized it would make for a perfect second date.”

Jeremy said that the “bubble date” with Tori was a lot of fun. “We didn’t have much conversation since it was difficult to hear each other since I was in a bubble, but we laughed the whole time we walked in the neighborhood together.”

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“Everyone outside had to do a double-take at us—it would be a combination of bewildering and jovial looks. It gave people something to laugh and smile at during the pandemic lockdown. As we walked down the streets, people were even watching and taking videos out of their windows. Hopefully, some people copy me! I’d be flattered—it’s safe, fun, and it gives people a reason to smile which is what we could use a little more of now,” he told Bored Panda.

Jeremy knows that social distancing is very important during the coronavirus quarantine

So he had a small surprise waiting for Tori

Can you guess what it is?

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Jeremy inflated a plastic bubble for his date because he cares about social distancing

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He even brought Tori flowers and hand sanitizer

But he couldn’t give the gifts to her because he was in a plastic bubble

Jeremy then went (rolled?) to meet Tori in front of her building

Her reaction was priceless

She seemed to enjoy the gifts, too

They went for a stroll around New York…

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…and had a lot of fun

Suddenly, a police car pulled up

The officers recognized Jeremy from the news

The police officers took some photos together with Jeremy and Tori

The date was a success!

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We can’t wait to see what Jeremy and Tori’s next date will look like!

Image credits: jermcohen

In a previous interview with Bored Panda, Jeremy told us more about how he asked Tori out and gave us some dating tips. “I actually haven’t been on a date in at least a year. I think I was just craving some social interaction, and being confined by the walls of my apartment inspired some creativity for me,” he said.

“I’m all cooped up in my apartment alone, so its definitely different than my normal life of being out and about all the time (there’s so much to do in NYC!) For now, I’m taking it day by day,” he revealed what it’s like living during quarantine in New York. One day, he looked out the window and saw a girl, Tori, dancing on her roof. “I needed to say ‘Hi’ to her.”

“So I waved to her on my balcony and she waved back. I grabbed my tape, pen, drone, and paper. Then I wrote down my digits and sealed them on my drone. Flirting is normally daunting for me, but since I’ve been quarantined in my apartment for a week now, I was screaming for social interaction.”

Here’s Jeremy’s first video…

 

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Jeremy said that 2020 has been off to a terrible start, but he decided to take a risk either way. “She picked up my drone and I guess it worked because I got a text from her an hour later.”

“I still can’t believe this happened the other day. Now it’s time for part two. I asked her out for dinner, but she said ‘How?’ I sneakily coordinated with her roommate earlier to set it up,” Jeremy told us about how he organized the long-distance rooftop dinner date.

“5 PM hits. It was time for our date. Wait, where is she? Just kidding. We follow the rules. I waved down at the balcony, she waved back. I told her she looked beautiful. So we got on FaceTime and ate our matching organic, microwaved single dinners together.”

…and here’s part 2!

 

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According to the photographer, the date went well and he joked that he might be in a long-distance relationship with “someone who lives across the street from me,” depending on how long the quarantine in New York will last.

Jeremy told us that there was a lot of pressure for their second date because of how many people were watching. However, he said that he can handle it. Jeremy had told us that he had something special planned for his real-life date with Tori. And now we all know that the surprise was him showing up in a plastic bubble!

And here’s part 3 in case you missed it or want to watch it again

 

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But how did Jeremy’s sudden shot to fame affect him? “In a positive way! It makes me feel good to know people are rooting for me, but more importantly, it gives something for people to believe in during these strange and dark times. If this story brings joy to people, then it brings joy to me.”

“I don’t think I would have been capable of doing any of this without my mom, Eva Grayzel, who taught me the power of storytelling. She’s a motivational speaker, storyteller, and stage 4 cancer survivor. Without her, I don’t think I would have my optimistic outlook on life to do things like this in times like this,” he said.

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Bob Beltcher
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's a keeper. They're definitely going to have some good stories to tell their kids.

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Calypso poet
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even if there’s no romance I see a possible great friendship! They both seem to have a great sense of humor and a zest for life! I like positive people!

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Brandy Grote
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's a catch! Funny, creative, willing to try despite the odds!

leandroaude avatar
Leandro Aude
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

- Dad, how you met Mum? - Long story. Ever heard about the coronavirus?

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Alexander Raditya
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since i'm a wedding photographer, i captured so many romantic couple and lot stories behind it. But this one...it's really BEAUTIFUL and hilarious. If you guys going to be the next serious level, i'll take pictures of your wedding for FREE

brandenhart avatar
Branden Hart
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who is the photographer who did all the "Outside shots" of the two of them?

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Bobert Robertson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All I want to know is, how did he get an inflatable ball so fast? While everyone else was hoarding toilet paper this guy was ordering a giant ball? Seeing ahead.... smart

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TheKnightOwl
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why not? The other possible thing explanation is that he had the ball in the first place....stranger things have happened.

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Brenda Swann
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh my god girl, this guy is a keeper. Oh my god dude, this girl is a keeper. 💕💕💕 what a lovely storey. Can’t wait for the next episode. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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Terri Rowland
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This has to be one of the best things I've ever seen.. I get so exhausted every day with people arguing and trying to be better than their neighbours, being an empath definitely isn't always such a good thing, but I have really enjoyed the ideas and the way that Jeremy went about asking Tori for a date. I feel there's very few real gentlemen who are so polite and genuine nowadays.. I really hope things continue to bring them together and that maybe they will let everyone know what they have been up to every now and then. Just imagine the first ever marriage brought about by a pretty young woman dancing on her roof and a handsome man who spotted her and wanted to say 'hi'.. 🤞😍🤵🏻👰💑👪💖💍

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Dave Chapman
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely fantastic story during these hard times, I really hope that their relationship works out, they'd make some beautiful and smart children and I think they'd be great parents!

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Lorna Savella
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awww! I'm a hopeless romantic! I wish them all the best and I am looking forward to part 4!

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Khavrinen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What, no link to where he got the bubble??!! How are we supposed to duplicate his feat without the appropriate equipment?

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nonmom
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

speaking of tiktok follow me @butimbigger ! not as amazing as this guy, but still i try lol

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Ronnie Beaton
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just as well they've got photographic and video evidence, otherwise in twenty years time, their kids will never believe "How I Met Your Mother".

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Susi Moffitt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m so happy it’s going well! This is the BEST news these days!

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AnnSmithJones
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's so awesome! What a great story to tell their grandchildren.

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Koalamonster
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the kind of coverage we need right now. Love it, love them, super cute.

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Gabi
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a match made in heaven. I am so happy for them!!!!

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Lindy Mac
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a thoughtful and considerate guy... and adorable too! Hope it works out for them. BoredPanda...keep us in the loop please.

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Branden Hart
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aaaaand if he was really chivalrous he would have tied a string to the drone, sent it over to her, zip lined the plastic ball to her so she could be snuggly and safe in the plastic ball whilst he took the risk of being out in the open.... Tori, i'd be careful if I were you, seems like he'd be the first on the life boat in the honeymoon cruise just to check that it was waterproof.

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juliet gn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Part V: She dies a nasty death because she got way too close to 4 completely unmasked and unprotected police officers for a totally staged photo. More honest headline: Horny bored guy kills stupid girl. Seriously, what is wrong with everyone liking and sharing and commenting on this as if it's cute? Please instead share something heartwarming that doesn't misinform and encourage others to risk their lives. Yes, I'm lacking a sense of humour right now because I'm in Italy with the current highest death-rate in the world. We're all in lockdown and taking this seriously. Do you have any idea how to protect yourselves and others properly? 3 metres minimum. Don't go out unless absolutely essential. Cover your eyes, nose, mouth and hands. Wash your clothes, body, hair, everything afterwards. The virus can stay on surfaces (especially shiny or hard ones like metal & marble) for more than 3 days. You can be infected in 1 second by 1 tiny droplet on your eyeball. Just let that sink in...

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CincyReds
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is such a crock of s**t! Who keeps an inflatable bubble at their house? Please don't report any more of this b******t story!

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Bob Beltcher
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's a keeper. They're definitely going to have some good stories to tell their kids.

dons avatar
Calypso poet
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Even if there’s no romance I see a possible great friendship! They both seem to have a great sense of humor and a zest for life! I like positive people!

brandygrote avatar
Brandy Grote
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's a catch! Funny, creative, willing to try despite the odds!

leandroaude avatar
Leandro Aude
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

- Dad, how you met Mum? - Long story. Ever heard about the coronavirus?

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Alexander Raditya
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Since i'm a wedding photographer, i captured so many romantic couple and lot stories behind it. But this one...it's really BEAUTIFUL and hilarious. If you guys going to be the next serious level, i'll take pictures of your wedding for FREE

brandenhart avatar
Branden Hart
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Who is the photographer who did all the "Outside shots" of the two of them?

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Bobert Robertson
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All I want to know is, how did he get an inflatable ball so fast? While everyone else was hoarding toilet paper this guy was ordering a giant ball? Seeing ahead.... smart

sarah-lennie avatar
TheKnightOwl
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why not? The other possible thing explanation is that he had the ball in the first place....stranger things have happened.

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Brenda Swann
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh my god girl, this guy is a keeper. Oh my god dude, this girl is a keeper. 💕💕💕 what a lovely storey. Can’t wait for the next episode. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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Terri Rowland
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This has to be one of the best things I've ever seen.. I get so exhausted every day with people arguing and trying to be better than their neighbours, being an empath definitely isn't always such a good thing, but I have really enjoyed the ideas and the way that Jeremy went about asking Tori for a date. I feel there's very few real gentlemen who are so polite and genuine nowadays.. I really hope things continue to bring them together and that maybe they will let everyone know what they have been up to every now and then. Just imagine the first ever marriage brought about by a pretty young woman dancing on her roof and a handsome man who spotted her and wanted to say 'hi'.. 🤞😍🤵🏻👰💑👪💖💍

dchapman avatar
Dave Chapman
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Absolutely fantastic story during these hard times, I really hope that their relationship works out, they'd make some beautiful and smart children and I think they'd be great parents!

lornsmail avatar
Lorna Savella
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Awww! I'm a hopeless romantic! I wish them all the best and I am looking forward to part 4!

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Khavrinen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What, no link to where he got the bubble??!! How are we supposed to duplicate his feat without the appropriate equipment?

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nonmom
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

speaking of tiktok follow me @butimbigger ! not as amazing as this guy, but still i try lol

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Ronnie Beaton
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just as well they've got photographic and video evidence, otherwise in twenty years time, their kids will never believe "How I Met Your Mother".

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Susi Moffitt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I’m so happy it’s going well! This is the BEST news these days!

bunchalotta avatar
AnnSmithJones
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That's so awesome! What a great story to tell their grandchildren.

jksimm515 avatar
Koalamonster
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is the kind of coverage we need right now. Love it, love them, super cute.

gabi0horvath avatar
Gabi
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is a match made in heaven. I am so happy for them!!!!

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Lindy Mac
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What a thoughtful and considerate guy... and adorable too! Hope it works out for them. BoredPanda...keep us in the loop please.

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Branden Hart
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aaaaand if he was really chivalrous he would have tied a string to the drone, sent it over to her, zip lined the plastic ball to her so she could be snuggly and safe in the plastic ball whilst he took the risk of being out in the open.... Tori, i'd be careful if I were you, seems like he'd be the first on the life boat in the honeymoon cruise just to check that it was waterproof.

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juliet gn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Part V: She dies a nasty death because she got way too close to 4 completely unmasked and unprotected police officers for a totally staged photo. More honest headline: Horny bored guy kills stupid girl. Seriously, what is wrong with everyone liking and sharing and commenting on this as if it's cute? Please instead share something heartwarming that doesn't misinform and encourage others to risk their lives. Yes, I'm lacking a sense of humour right now because I'm in Italy with the current highest death-rate in the world. We're all in lockdown and taking this seriously. Do you have any idea how to protect yourselves and others properly? 3 metres minimum. Don't go out unless absolutely essential. Cover your eyes, nose, mouth and hands. Wash your clothes, body, hair, everything afterwards. The virus can stay on surfaces (especially shiny or hard ones like metal & marble) for more than 3 days. You can be infected in 1 second by 1 tiny droplet on your eyeball. Just let that sink in...

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CincyReds
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is such a crock of s**t! Who keeps an inflatable bubble at their house? Please don't report any more of this b******t story!

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