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John King, a prominent NY cartoonist, is known for his unique one-panel comics that masterfully combine dark humor with... well anything food-related. In stark contrast to lengthy narratives or multi-panel comic strips, King specializes in crafting short, yet impactful comics. His standout approach? A rich sauce drizzle of dark humor.

Delving into his renowned webcomic, "Fruit Gone Bad," he uncovers a world where fruits, vegetables, and other diverse foods - from bread to pizza - aren't just edibles but vivid characters dragged into relationships and societal standards. These characters, while engaging in mature themes and occasionally touching into taboo zones, also resonate with the audience due to their hilarious takes on the quirks of today's world.

With a substantial Instagram following of 87,500, "Fruit Gone Bad" offers a delightful blend of humor that's both sharp and cheeky.

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Der Kommissar
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

No, but let's just stand here and maybe Monet will paint us.

glowworm2
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s small and hard to find.

Samsquatch & Monko
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why did you post an image of my classmate online 🤔

Steve Robert
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You didn't complain when we found it in your haystack last night!

wayne whitson
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

HEY, It's "Hay Havin' A Roll - IN THE HAY"!!

deejak
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2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Huh. Before I noticed their genders, I thought this was going a different way....

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Just like last time, Bored Panda reached out to John King, who most of you know for being an artist known for his whimsical fruit characters and humorous takes on everyday life.

When asked about the inspiration behind his humorous ideas and playful puns, John replied, "Well, I've always believed that the world needs a bit more laughter, especially now. Humor can be found in the most ordinary places. Just observing life, be it a playful fruit or the night sky, can spark an idea. Puns, well, they've been a guilty pleasure of mine. I aim for my comics to be a quick chuckle in someone's day, nothing too heavy."

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    Steve Robert
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because of all the snickering, Uranus is now known as Urectum.

    Apatheist Account2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's been a non-joke for nearly 40 years. It really is time everyone grew out of it.

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    DB
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was going to kill him myself but someone beet me to it.

    Sans Serif (Sans)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Suspicious, he looks pretty beeten up,,,

    Why?
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, if that doesn't beet all!

    rustythorn
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let's look for clues something might turnip

    MJ
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The labels are crackin me up: “box” and “crate” 😆

    wayne whitson
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was no match for his killer - NO MATTER HOW YOU SLICE IT!

    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Potatoes shouldn't be cops. They're genetically hardwired for work as private eyes.

    Markus Weiler
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    2 years ago

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    Fluffy mommy panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of the muffet movie with a muffet killer. Lol.

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    On the unique choice of using fruits as characters, King shared with us, "You know, fruits have always been around us, colorful and vibrant. They're relatable in their simplicity. Giving them personalities, quirks, and dialogues, it's like breathing life into something we see every day but often overlook. And yes, they absolutely add a unique charm, don't they? They're nature's little comedians if you ask me."

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    Why?
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He later joined the Red Hot Chili Peppers.

    Rohit Remesh
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    later met the spice girls and lived happily ever after

    Steve Robert
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those are words of encouragement in Alabama.

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    WindySwede
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Maby they just need to pee? 🙃

    Jrdiver
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's a bit of a string bean

    Flarpel Blarpel
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    honestly the bigger ones taste better

    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Typical Karen peapods don't know the difference between peas and beans, sigh.

    Foto Gini
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pop your peas and go back in shape! Celebrities are doing it all the time.

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    In regards to his light-hearted approach to current situations, the artist happily expressed, "I'd like to think so. The world has its fair share of complexities. Sometimes, we just need a reminder that there's a lighter side to things, even if it's just a fruit reminding you of the changing seasons. It's all about finding joy in small moments, and if my comics can offer that, then I'm doing something right."

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    Show thyself
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aw~ the grapes ... raisins (pretty sure they went to the beach as grapes)

    ShreekyLette Lois (Shreeky)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nana it's just the California Raisins in their birthday suits😂😂😂

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    unknown chicken
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That peach ain't carrying the bakery she's carrying the whole dang factory

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    Sans Serif (Sans)
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would seem, the brat sauered the kraut and got knifed in the process...

    deejak
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If those are potatoes, then the party is just getting started.

    When it came to the topic of deciding the color palette for his vibrant comics, he stated, "Thank you for noticing! Colors play a huge role in setting the mood. While I do enjoy bolder colors now, I always try to ensure they resonate with the emotion or joke I'm conveying. And of course, the fruits themselves inspire a lot of the palette. It's all about making the scene pop and resonate with the audience."

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    deejak
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So. Pumpkins poop (sweat?) cinnamon and cloves eh? Must be painful.

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    Why?
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The Garden of Earthly Delights.

    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Calm down. Could have been another stem.

    ShreekyLette Lois (Shreeky)
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sooooo..... When was the last time you had your vines cut? Is this a new trend?

    wayne whitson
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did someone say: "Epi-Lady"? (Google it)

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    Finally, as we took the time to discuss his preference for traditional drawing methods and the challenges of digital art, John shared with us, "There's a certain warmth and rawness with pencil and ink, something tactile. While digital art offers amazing versatility, I believe both mediums have their own charm. It's not so much a challenge as it is a choice. For now, I enjoy the mix of both worlds, drawing traditionally and touching up digitally. It's like having a foot in both past and present, and I kind of like that."

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    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too close to home.

    robecca leyden
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A reclining couch would be so sweet

    deejak
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So that makes her a...what? Kitchen potatoe?

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    Kevin Lam
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For those of you who don't know, upside down pineapples means a swinger couple

    EP
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh that’s right. I forgot. This is even funnier now. Thanks.

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    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hang on....is she diss'ing her cheesy hubby?

    Gina Festa
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh come on lemon show you good time

    Pancake_Pansexual_Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or pepperonie? Or black olives? Or mushrooms? Or bell pepper?

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    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At least there's a banana for...

    Omima mimi miki
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    same peach cheeks from the beach picture

    Gina Festa
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they smell fruity to me

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    TotallyNOTaFox
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do it like we germans did an unite them!

    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Culture Wars.

    Foto Gini
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mh... French Fries red-white. Now I'm hungry!

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    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you can remember when that might be appreciated as a compliment, you're receiving Social Security.

    Tanner
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you think that was ever received as a compliment, you're single.

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    Mr.Li
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So, are they cancalling those girls?🤔

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    Holly Sornberger
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🤩when your just a little "corny" and want to know what shucked and buttered means.. 🤩

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    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another toxic relationship.

    Fluffy mommy panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What an even darker side to snow white lol. And for the apple to. Lol

    LokisLilButterknife
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I find it hilarious and ironic that the BoredPanda censorship mafia censors a*s in a comic that features one sexual innuendo after another.

    Foto Gini
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "I will open an computer company and it will not matter in this industry - I will stand out of the crowd!"

    Rohit Remesh
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "might get into modeling, company offered a sick deal on being their mascot"

    Gina Festa
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    someday I going to Disneyland

    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    🤣 Of course he’s going to Disney World!

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    Vic
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone used the cu"cum"ber....

    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Better to be the butt of a joke than the joke of the butt.

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    glowworm2
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I really hope that’s mustard!

    Robert Beveridge
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Hey hot stuff, we'll be back to pick you up later!"

    deejak
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Diss'ing a sandwich after what you showed us yesterday?

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    WindySwede
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Do you know the muffin man?"

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    Why?
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Two heads are better than one!

    Peter Ledoux
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be arguing with myself all the time.

    Gina Festa
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    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    he just a little flat, guess she never tip him over

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    Pancake_Pansexual_Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hold up what is that white stuff coming out...?

    WindySwede
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It can't be? Then BP would have censored it...? /s

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    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He needs a chocolate plug.

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    Pancake_Pansexual_Panda
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me who loves pickles and pickle juice: Traumatized. And don't question my weird tastes in food.

    imjustexisting
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nah that's not weird, I Iooooooove pickIe juice

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    Ąåřţđęşịɠŋȿ
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oooo... is this one plugged? can't tell...

    WindySwede
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also have a input, not just the unplugged power cord 🙃👍

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    Jennifer Johnson
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    10 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i loved the real movie "Murder she baked"

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    trizzity🫠
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look at the book. They aren't twinkies, the husband is a DING DONG

    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They *are* Twinkies! But she longs for a Ding Dong!

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    Firstname Lastname
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The second frame has the Twinkie thinking "I should've married a Ho Ho" which makes the joke actually funny.

    deejak
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, he wants a ho ho and she wants a ding dong.

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    Lotekguy
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    2 years ago

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    Lacking in sex apeel?

    A Beck
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    they're twinkies..... they have no peels

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