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There are many reasons to cry, but it's usually the kinds of extreme feelings of happiness or sadness that get the waterworks flowing. Not for kids, though. Kids quickly learn that crying, meltdowns and temper tantrums get a reaction from their parents, and can begin bawling in dramatic fashion at the drop of a hat.

Because we know this, we are allowed to laugh at the seemingly cataclysmic situations that these cry babies find themselves in. Although it might seem that someone is about to die, the kid just isn't allowed to eat the cat food. Or throw books at her parent's faces. Or any of the other absurd reasons why kids decide to show their skills on how to cry. As a sequel to our previous post, we here at Bored Panda have made another list of the hilariously ridiculous reasons people caught kids crying for. So scroll down below to check it out and share your own fussy baby stories in the comments!

#1

The Golden Gate Bridge Isn’t Actually Golden

The Golden Gate Bridge Isn’t Actually Golden

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Dream Wolf
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

To be fair, the name is pretty deceiving for a kid. I used to think it was gold too

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whatupguys1
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was VERY disappointed when i finally went to San Francisco and learned this too... (I was 26 at the time)

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Melanie Peapell
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I feel his/her pain. I was a little disappointed when I saw my Green Card wasn't green.

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

as non american i was convinced it's made of gold as well, before seeing picture from up close

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Steve Barker
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When I was 5, I thought I was going to CandyGarden. Boy, what a letdown.

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knittin' kitten
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This actually seems like a legit reason to be upset. Why don't they call it the Red Gate Bridge? what's the difference other than at least it would be accurate.

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

It's not named for its color, but the strait it spans that's called Golden Gate.

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

Anybody else looking at all these posts and having flashbacks to their mother saying "I'll give you something to cry about!"? Just me then. :o)

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

In case anyone cares, the official name of the bridge color is International Orange. That photo is taken in the parking lot of the Bay Area Children’s Discovery Museum. Great views of the bridge from there.

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Elizabeth Scarborough
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well it's not like it's the Gold Bridge or the Golden Bridge, it's the bridge over the Golden Gate. I mean do people expect to see our first President when they go over the George Washington Bridge? Or actually see a sunshine every time one crosses the sunshine skyway bridge? I mean what about night time?

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Susann Campbell
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my twenty's I saw that bridge and was so upset that it ruined my entire morning. Breakfast/lunch at Fisherman's Wharf helped me get over an inside fit.

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Robert J. Williamson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My grandmother went to see it in the 1970s and I remember her telling me she was disappointed it wasn't golden. If you live in a small town in northern England you would not know.

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Crystal Pool
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

i thought it was gold also, kids don’t know how to process their emotions like adults do. i remember over reacting when i was this small, everything scary seemed ten times scarier.

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Kathy Poole
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I would havee been very upset about this too but Full House had me prepared lol

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Diana Smith
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was a teenager when I first saw the bridge. I almost had the same reaction.

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Destini Robinson
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I never believed something that huge was made out of solid gold, but that's tough.

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

When I first saw it in real life I was quite disappointed as well. I remember thinking, "Nothing is right with the world."

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Takara Childress
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why is no one pointing out that a woman is randomly curled up on the ground at the bottom of this photo?!?!

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Zoe's Mom
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Because that's the kid who is upset about the bridge not being Golden.

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Is anyone else cringing at the kid laying on the oil covered parking lot ground. Messing up her clothes and laying all in the chemicals where cars park and leak fluids.

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But what are some legitimate reasons why your child might cry? There is usually something deeper going on behind these tantrums over nothing, the most common of which is over-tiredness. One of the most frequent reasons cry is just simple fatigue, and it can lead to some pretty irrational behavior.

Keep an eye out for common signs of tiredness like as rubbing eyes, yawning or looking a little glazed over in the eyes. It might just be time to settle your little one down for a nap to help them get back into a better mood, and not fly into a temper for the most absurd reasons.

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Life Is Super Tough When You Can’t Pick Up The Book You Want Because You’re Sitting On It

Life Is Super Tough When You Can’t Pick Up The Book You Want Because You’re Sitting On It

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

Problem solving learning experience. He's not got it figured out is all. He'll learn

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We Wouldn’t Let Him Swim In The Sea. He Can’t Swim & Its 6 Degrees

We Wouldn’t Let Him Swim In The Sea. He Can’t Swim & Its 6 Degrees

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Just we get a little grumpy and diva-like when we are hungry, so do kids. Usually they will tell you straight out that they are peckish, but for kids who can't speak yet, crying is the way to get their point across. So if ridiculous reactions to silly things are occuring, reach for a healthy snack and see if that helps.

Kids can get stressed out too, which can also be a cause of irrational crying. Some parents, while meaning well, can overload and over stimulate their kids with playdates, soccer practice, language lessons, you name it. Sometimes kids need a little peace and calm so they can relax and unwind, just like we do.

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#4

She Wanted Ravioli For Dinner

She Wanted Ravioli For Dinner

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

That's why you don't ask a child that young what they want for dinner and just make something. The end result will be the same in both cases. 😅

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He Wants To Get On The Bus. The Bus On The TV

He Wants To Get On The Bus. The Bus On The TV

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

Do you know how many times I cried cos I wanted to get on The Magic School Bus? Very valid reason to cry tbh...!

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Kids can be hungry for attention, and if they have learned that crying gets it, they will keep it up. Even negative attention, telling them to stop it and shut up for example, reinforces this kind of behavior. If you know your child is having a tantrum purely for the attention, it's best to ignore them. It's no fun to scream and shout the house down if nobody is listening!

If you give plenty of positive attention to your child, this kind of attention-seeking should be less of an issue. Let them know that good behavior is rewarded with positive reinforcement, offer lavish praise and set aside some time each day to play, together, one on one.

#6

He Does Not Want Me To Take His "Sticker" Away. At Least It Might Absorb The Tears!

He Does Not Want Me To Take His "Sticker" Away. At Least It Might Absorb The Tears!

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

Haha! My daughter did that, she put it on her mouth and said it was her doctor mask! :D

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I ‘Refused’ To Switch The Sun Off So His Pumpkin Could Light Up

I ‘Refused’ To Switch The Sun Off So His Pumpkin Could Light Up

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

I love that kids seem to think that parents have these magical powers that can manipulate the world around them. It's kind sweet

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So, funny as these irrational kids and their tantrums might be, there is bound to be another reason beyond the 'wrong color M&M' to their distress. Let the tantrum run its course, and find out the real reason why your kid is acting like such a diva!

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#8

The Face Of Someone Who's Mom Wouldn't Let Him Hold His Own Poop In His Hands

The Face Of Someone Who's Mom Wouldn't Let Him Hold His Own Poop In His Hands

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I Wouldn’t Let Him Eat A Battery For Breakfast....

I Wouldn’t Let Him Eat A Battery For Breakfast....

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The Daffodils Are Gone, And I Can't Bring Them Back

The Daffodils Are Gone, And I Can't Bring Them Back

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He Suddenly Wanted His Cycling Backpack

He Suddenly Wanted His Cycling Backpack

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

Maybe he had a dream about it and is confusing it with reality because of his young age.

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#12

I Killed A Bug In The Laundry Room. Apparently It Was Her Best Friend

I Killed A Bug In The Laundry Room. Apparently It Was Her Best Friend

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I Told Her She Couldn't Go Inside The Dishwasher

I Told Her She Couldn't Go Inside The Dishwasher

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He Wanted The Yellow Cup, So I Gave Him The Yellow Cup. Now His Life Is Ruined

He Wanted The Yellow Cup, So I Gave Him The Yellow Cup. Now His Life Is Ruined

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Wouldn’t Buy Her Women’s Razors

Wouldn’t Buy Her Women’s Razors

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Because She Doesn't Have "More Toes" To Paint

Because She Doesn't Have "More Toes" To Paint

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#20

He Wants Me To Reattach The Nails I Clipped Off His Feet.

He Wants Me To Reattach The Nails I Clipped Off His Feet.

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#21

I Bought Him A Kite. Obviously, I'm A Monster

I Bought Him A Kite. Obviously, I'm A Monster

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I Won't Let Him Eat The Cat's Food

I Won't Let Him Eat The Cat's Food

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

*First child* You don't let them eat cat's food. *Second child* If they eat cat's food, that's cat's problem, not yours.

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All That Hard Work On The Toilet Only To Find Out Your Mommy Flushed Your Poo Before You Got To Say Your Good-Byes.

All That Hard Work On The Toilet Only To Find Out Your Mommy Flushed Your Poo Before You Got To Say Your Good-Byes.

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#25

I Didn't Let Her Run Into The Road

I Didn't Let Her Run Into The Road

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Told Her No To A Bath After She Just Got Out Of A Bath

Told Her No To A Bath After She Just Got Out Of A Bath

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

That's how it was as a kid, you didn't want to get in the bath but when you were in there, then you didn't want to get out

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I Won’t Let Him Eat Trash

I Won’t Let Him Eat Trash

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#28

Do You Want Me To Let The Ducks Out?

Do You Want Me To Let The Ducks Out?

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

Genevieve is a lovely name, we need less weird spellings and more middle ages names please

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#29

Because We Got Her A Unicorn Birthday Cake, Just Like She Wanted

Because We Got Her A Unicorn Birthday Cake, Just Like She Wanted

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#30

He Couldn’t Take Off His Pants, And Then Escalated When He Couldn’t Find The Booger That Fell From His Nose

He Couldn’t Take Off His Pants, And Then Escalated When He Couldn’t Find The Booger That Fell From His Nose

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She Dropped A Stool On My Toe And I Said “Ouch”

She Dropped A Stool On My Toe And I Said “Ouch”

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

Sympathy probably. She's still too young to properly understand that it would hurt, and the parent saying, 'ouch' lets her know that it does and she's crying because she caused her mother/father pain.

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I Wouldn’t Let Her Drink The Chemicals Under The Sink

I Wouldn’t Let Her Drink The Chemicals Under The Sink

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Wouldn’t Let Her Eat The Bath Bomb

Wouldn’t Let Her Eat The Bath Bomb

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#35

She Is So Mad That My Shoes Don’t Fit Her!

She Is So Mad That My Shoes Don’t Fit Her!

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Because There Was A Piece Of Fuzz On His Leg!

Because There Was A Piece Of Fuzz On His Leg!

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

Are you sire it's fuzz & not the too-small teething necklace that should probably be taken off since he obviously has his teeth?

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#37

I Wouldn’t Let Him Pull His High Chair Over And Die

I Wouldn’t Let Him Pull His High Chair Over And Die

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#38

She Asked Specifically For Two M&m’s. I Gave Her Two M&m’s

She Asked Specifically For Two M&m’s. I Gave Her Two M&m’s

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I Wouldn’t Let Her Wear Her Sandals Into The Snow

I Wouldn’t Let Her Wear Her Sandals Into The Snow

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