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The moment that you think you’ve got life all figured out, the universe throws you a curveball. Possibly in the form of an interesting opportunity, but (if we’re completely honest) most likely in the shape of a funny or surprising picture that makes you snort into your cup of tea. You see, despite all of humanity’s flaws, people are actually very creative and come up with some extremely bizarre things.

One place that documents the funny, creative, and sometimes plain downright weird things that humanity has done is the ‘Of Course That’s a Thing’ subreddit. A community of just over 723k people, r/ofcoursethatsathing does exactly what it says on the tin: it invites people to share pictures of things that make you think, “Of course that’s a thing.”

It’s more a feeling than a phrase, and you’ll find the very best examples of just how peculiar a world we really live in below. Remember to upvote the pics that made you go “what?” and be sure to share this list with your friends. You and I both know that they’ll enjoy some of these images! Personally, as a huge D&D nerd, I’m a big fan of the bread alignment chart, but be sure to let everyone know which one’s your #1 pic.

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The "One A Day Banana" Pack, Containing Several Bananas Of Different Ripeness So That You Can Eat Them Over Several Days. (Korea)

The "One A Day Banana" Pack, Containing Several Bananas Of Different Ripeness So That You Can Eat Them Over Several Days. (Korea)

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Pencils That Can Be Planted And Grow Into Kitchen Spices When They Become To Small To Use

Pencils That Can Be Planted And Grow Into Kitchen Spices When They Become To Small To Use

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My Mate Bought Me This For My Birthday, I Love It And Of Course It's A Thing

My Mate Bought Me This For My Birthday, I Love It And Of Course It's A Thing

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Creativity is an intrinsic part of being human. It might not always produce something that’s objectively good in aesthetic terms, but it’s still one of the things that drive us forward. Beauty, after all, is in the eye of the beholder (even if that beholder should really read up a bit more on what’s actually stylish).

National Geographic spoke to Agustín Fuentes, the author of ‘The Creative Spark: How Imagination Made Humans Exceptional,’ about art and its relationship to our evolution.

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10/10 Would Read Again

10/10 Would Read Again

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Misstaken138
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have this book! It was in the clearance section at the grocery store and I took a chance. Best $3 I've spent.

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“We tend to think of these beautiful cave paintings of the big mastodons and wild oryx as art. But that’s only about 40,000 years old. We know that 85,000 years ago, in southern Africa, our ancestors were carving on ostrich eggshells. Twenty thousand years earlier than that, they were drilling holes in small shells and wearing them around their necks,” Fuentes told National Geographic.

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#7

A Night Stand To Beat Up People With

A Night Stand To Beat Up People With

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Cactuar Jon
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think the noise of throwing all the stuff off the table top in the middle of the night when needed would be enough to scare any burglars away as they'll think someone else is already burgling them lol

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Aaron W
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In case your house is robbed, and the robber is also armed with a bat and shield.

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Peppermallow
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I beat off the thug, but my laptop fell on the floor, and ruined the screen"

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Jeanie Roundy
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As you can see- a special end for the bat which can easily come off the base. If you cant make it drill a big hole in both bat and stand- no screws!!! Same with tabletop..... It's like leaving a gun in your nightstand with no ammo in it.....it will not help you if time is crucial. Just remember that more homeowners are shot with their own weapons - SO PRACTICE!!!!!

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Sharrow
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or, if you buy two, you can have a proper battle with your partner (who, incidentally, also becomes your sparing partner). What is the base for, a throwing disk?

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Yort
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You just have to take everything off your nightstand very carefully first, by which point it’s too late.

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Logan Cheng
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

oh, i see you have a gun, let me just grab my night stand real quick...

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Suzanne Haigh
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Seems like a good idea but first you have to clear your junk off it, then you have to dismantle it, and only THEN are you armed. Still a good idea

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Sophie Greeff
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

https://smile.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00OXVHJLU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_7PJDQA9D6QCZCAF2CDEK

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Mazer
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my world I would have to throw all the stuff I collected which is sitting on the darn thing before I could get to it’s intended purpose!!

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Anonymousplease
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would have tons of stuff on top and then break everything every time I get scared at night.

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Zena Marsh
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We live in very sad times, if you have to have this beside your bed. Looks good though.

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Terry Tobias
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'd be a goner before I could get this thing apart, especially in the middle of the night.

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Mo Poppins
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminds me of the post (I think it was from Bored Panda) where the girlfriend's nightstand and boyfriend's nightstand were compared, and LITERALLY every guy (at least the ones featured) had a bat next to his bed...lol.

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JD Lee
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But does it stop bullets? I’m living in Wyoming... even the cows have guns. Had to ask.

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Queen Metapha
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I want one of those too.... Though I have no space for that beside my bed...

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Kim Bush
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think what's in my nightstand is a much better deterrent

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Woets
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Don't know the laws in other countries, but here this would not qualify as 'self defence', unless the table is still in one piece when used. So still a lawsuit-risk

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Xavier David Kern
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

imagine someone robbing you and your like hold on let me dissasemble my desk to make s sword and sheild. Like wtf is the point of this .

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Brilliant

Brilliant

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

Nun-Chucks: When you need to beat the holy hell outta someone! Alternatively, Nun-Chucks: Put the fear of God into them!

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Catholics vs. Seedless Watermelons

Catholics vs. Seedless Watermelons

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Rowlie
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

looks like seedless watermelons are a bigger community than I would expect, catholics beware

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“One hundred thousand years before that, they were crumbling ochre and rubbing it on their bodies. Five hundred thousand years before that, half a million years ago, they were making tools that were incredibly beautiful and more symmetrical and aesthetic than they had to be to do their jobs. Art is very deep in human history,” Fuentes explained that art is fundamentally a part of who we are. Then and now.

The ‘Of Course That’s a Thing’ subreddit has been around since 2013, so you know for a fact that its content is something that captures people’s attention. No doubt, sometimes, because the pictures are very errr imaginative. Otherwise, without this quality content, the subreddit wouldn’t have survived and thrived for so long. The community will also be celebrating its eighth birthday in a couple of weeks. So, if you like their stuff, think about joining the subreddit or just popping in with a quick, ‘Hi, congrats.’

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#13

I Need This Lazy Susan Fridge!

I Need This Lazy Susan Fridge!

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

The first time I saw this I thought it was stupid, but after feeling awful for having to throw away food because I just didn't see it way back in the fridge... I kind of want one. Plus I'm a klutz and always knock stuff over when trying to grab something in the fridge.

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Before joining the subreddit, though, there are a few rules that you have to be aware of. They’re all common sense things anyway, so they shouldn’t be a problem for anyone who isn’t an internet troll or a massive bigot. Obviously, there’s no place for racism, sexism, or bigotry on the r/ofcoursethatsathing subreddit.

What’s more, the subreddit moderators ask their members not to post any memes or image macros and to avoid self-promotion posts. Furthermore, all members should strive to be polite and void rudeness. “Everybody has a line; if you feel yours was crossed, this is your report option,” the moderators explain. And that’s how you keep an online community wholesome and healthy. All so that people can keep on saying, “Of course that’s a thing.”

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#19

Organ Plushies

Organ Plushies

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Because God Forbid Your Cat’s Butthole Is Exposed!

Because God Forbid Your Cat’s Butthole Is Exposed!

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#21

The Much Awaited Sequel

The Much Awaited Sequel

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Burrito Blanket

Burrito Blanket

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Misstaken138
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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Had no idea they made these in adult sizes! I've only ever seen little ones for babies. Freaking hilarious!

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A Rubik's Cube That Doubles As A Treasure Chest. It Only Opens When Solved

A Rubik's Cube That Doubles As A Treasure Chest. It Only Opens When Solved

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

well that would be staying locked forever in my house. I mean, can't really pull the stickers off on this one to solve it.

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#25

Minimalist Nativity Sets

Minimalist Nativity Sets

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

The glass/perspex one (bottom right) looks quite pretty. The printed blocks of wood made me laugh.

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#26

Portland Airport Sells Socks And Other Merchandise To Match It's Carpet

Portland Airport Sells Socks And Other Merchandise To Match It's Carpet

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#27

The Internet Is Leaking Into Real Life

The Internet Is Leaking Into Real Life

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#28

A Punchable Enter Key

A Punchable Enter Key

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

I want a punchable "hang up" key. (Customer Service worker)

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#30

A Book To Help You Have Those Tough Talks With Your Cat

A Book To Help You Have Those Tough Talks With Your Cat

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This Place Offers A Trump Pizza—half Mexican, Half Bacon-Cheeseburger, Separated By A Wall Of Mozzarella Sticks

This Place Offers A Trump Pizza—half Mexican, Half Bacon-Cheeseburger, Separated By A Wall Of Mozzarella Sticks

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

"I felt a great disturbance in the Force, as if millions of italian voices suddenly cried out in terror and were suddenly silenced."

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#32

Somebody Paid To Promote Their Dog

Somebody Paid To Promote Their Dog

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For People Who Want To Smell Cat Poop But Not Be Able To Find It

For People Who Want To Smell Cat Poop But Not Be Able To Find It

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

Cats don't usually poop outside their litter box. But they can vomit :/

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#35

This Magnetic Cookie Dunker

This Magnetic Cookie Dunker

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The Atlantic Ocean Has Been Rated 3.9 Stars On Google Maps

The Atlantic Ocean Has Been Rated 3.9 Stars On Google Maps

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#39

That Escalated Quickly

That Escalated Quickly

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

If I saw this, I would have to go on it even if I didn't want to go up. I'm a big kid.

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#42

Damn I Don't Know If That's Lazy Or Just Too Real Haha

Damn I Don't Know If That's Lazy Or Just Too Real Haha

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#43

A Tube To Prevent Phone Distractions During Conversation

A Tube To Prevent Phone Distractions During Conversation

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#47

Spotify's Has Lyrics To Sandstorm. In Case You Forgot Them

Spotify's Has Lyrics To Sandstorm. In Case You Forgot Them

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#49

Shower Curtain With Pockets

Shower Curtain With Pockets

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

can u not just spare 10 minutes without having to look at your device?

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A National Treasure!

A National Treasure!

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