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We say age is just a number, but we still care about it. When the scary 29 rolls around, many start dreading their next birthday. However, when asked what years were the best in their lives, many older people (at least in Europe) said the ones between 30 and 34. So, maybe we've got it all wrong?

Whether dreaded or not, turning 30 can still be a big milestone, worthy of meming and joking about. This Instagram account for 30-somethings has a little bit of everything: workplace humor, existential dread, and funny, relatable snippets from a tercentenerian's life.

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#1

Meme about needing a three-day weekend, highlighting relatable humor for those above 30.

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Dude! For real.

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    Meme text reflects nostalgia for pre-digital life, highlighting memorized phone numbers and directions as empowering.

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    TastyRex
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    1 year ago

    I still mourn not being immediately reachable.

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    #3

    Meme about driving on autopilot, relatable to those above 30.

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    Senjo Krane
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    1 year ago

    And then you can't remember what you were thinking about....

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    #4

    Text meme about needing breaks, humorously relatable for those above 30.

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    flowingcomplexity
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    1 year ago

    So true

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    #5

    Reddit meme about working during nuclear war, with a humorous reply from a user regarding employer expectations.

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    Family's_disappointment
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    1 year ago

    Why is it so true!!!! P.s. I'm 100% sure my mom would still send me to school even if it's the Nuclear war.

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    #6

    Meme text: "I'm often mistaken for an adult because of my age," highlighting humor for those above 30.

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    never-wake-up (fae/faer)
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    1 year ago

    when children at summer camp are debating whether i'm 16 or 40 for half an hour. (I'm 20)

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    #7

    Meme about bedtime humor for people over 30, expressing newfound appreciation for early sleep.

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    Maisey Myles
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    1 year ago

    And sorry for laughing at you old lady when you farted out loud in the grocery, and to you old man , when you were driving too slow……,

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    #8

    Meme comparing two drunk behaviors, highlighting relationship humor for those over 30.

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    Sreelakshmi Arun
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    1 year ago

    i will... going to ask him tomorrow.

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    #9

    Wolf standing on hind legs mimicking human traits, relatable meme for those above 30.

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    Peppy
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    1 year ago

    Laugh it up fuzz ball

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    #10

    "Relatable meme about losing glasses during an apocalypse and struggling with foraging."

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    Socks Thecate
    Community Member
    1 year ago

    I remember a Twilight Zone where some bloke hid in a basement and some nuclear event went on. When he came out he wanted to read all the books in the library. Had coke bottle glasses and they broke.

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    #11

    Memes about friends switching from sharing memes to TikTok links, showing a concerned woman.

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    BROmanicus85
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    1 year ago

    For me, that applies for any social media link I receive... Don't have any social media accounts, am 39 and happy! :D

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    #12

    Cozy bear in a robe and hat resting by a fireplace, relatable meme for those above 30 valuing relaxation over hustle.

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    Earonn -
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    1 year ago

    Happy to report that my boss constantly reminds us that our numbers are okay and that we shouldn't overdo it, especially when someone returns from an illness, even if it was 'only' one week of a cold.

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    #13

    Tweet meme about going outside being expensive and crowded, relatable to those over 30.

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    Peppy
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    1 year ago (edited)

    Yeah, sometimes outside is far too peopley, but inside can often be a bit too unpeopley, life is all about balance , and the right people.

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    #14

    Text meme about supportive partner phrases, humorously including tacos, relatable to people above 30.

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    General Stukov
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    1 year ago

    "Let's live adventurous and get the 20 count of those chicken nuggets!"

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    #15

    Tweet reads: "My ducks may not be in a row, but at least they're having fun..." Humor related to life above 30.

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    Senjo Krane
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    1 year ago

    Yep. Drink & be merry for tomorrow we may die. ;)

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    #16

    Tweet meme humorously contrasting Taylor Swift's achievements with everyday struggles; relatable for those above 30.

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    Marie
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    1 year ago

    Well... she never has to "get ready to dust". Who knows how long it would actually take her... could be a lot more.

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    #17

    Tweet about men walking without bags, a relatable meme for everyone above 30.

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    TastyRex
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    1 year ago

    It is so liberating to go bagless! I have these work pants with far too many pockets. I can store everything I really need in there.. just have to remember to empty the pockets before laundering. Lost some cheap earbuds and a delta vape that way.

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    #18

    Text meme humorously highlighting the relatable struggles of people above 30 feeling younger yet noticing age differences.

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    Senjo Krane
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    1 year ago

    I'm in my 60's and my brain still thinks I'm in my 30's but my body faithfully reminds me how old I am EVERY DAY.

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    #19

    Text meme about therapy humor, expressing the irony of needing therapy to handle others who need it.

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    Pandemonium
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    1 year ago

    Taking one for the team!

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    #20

    Man yelling "Shut up!" in a meme about coworkers, relatable to those above 30.

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    General Stukov
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    1 year ago

    All the dang time. Wait. I work alone.

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    #21

    Meme about long meetings compared to Shrek's 90-minute journey, relatable for those above 30.

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    Kurt Hartman
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    1 year ago

    At least Shrek had Donkey with him to give him helpful guidance

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    #22

    Tweet meme about relatable gym goals for those over 30, with humorous response, highlighting everyday struggles.

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    Robert Millar
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    1 year ago

    A handsome, muscular body. Progress so far: I have a body.

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    #23

    Woman in black dress reclining on a green sofa, holding a book, surrounded by text about life crises.

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    1 year ago

    See post on BP, look at myself on my sofa. Close enough, it checks.

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    #24

    Meme about meetings, humorously suggesting saying 'it's about finding balance' to gain agreement.

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    Other user
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    1 year ago

    Or say "guys we need to go back an do the basics right"

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    #25

    Meme about coffee causing anxiety instead of energy, with two men in a store discussing humorously.

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    Sarah Matsoukis
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    1 year ago

    Sweat and poop

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    #26

    Meme text humorously suggesting "male birth control" is holding a fish in a profile photo.

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    sdorph
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    1 year ago

    Or including the word "Alpha" anywhere in your profile

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    #27

    Aging meme about youthful dreams versus adult reality, featuring a fantasy character looking disheveled.

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    JimSteve
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    1 year ago

    Me at 14: I don't think I want to be an adult. Can I be a sloth instead?

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    #28

    Woman in sunglasses playfully using a phone, capturing a relatable meme theme for those above 30.

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    Talis
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    1 year ago

    That's a great idea!

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    #29

    Meme expressing humorous frustration with a sarcastic out-of-office email response, relatable to those over 30.

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    Talis
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    1 year ago

    You plan to do stone skipping, right?!

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    #30

    Funny social media meme about anxiety, relatable to anyone above 30, with text expressing high stress levels while in bed.

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    Dawn Marie
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    1 year ago

    I am not a doctor nor do I play one on TV and I AM NOT giving medical advice, but I did "hear" from a professional that when my two a Hydroxyzine a day isn't cutting it and I have to take an extra one or two just to get through stupid people and then I am short at the end of the month that a 3mg or 5mg melatonin can work just as well and it does for me, this is just my opinion and it IS NOT medical advice!!!

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    #31

    Meme expressing work life frustration with a sleepy SpongeBob, relatable to those above 30.

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    Kathy L
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    1 year ago

    I would upvote this 100,000 times if I could.

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    #32

    Meme about the 2000s being considered a nostalgic party theme; relatable humor for those over 30.

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    Aroace tiger (she/they/he)
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    1 year ago

    Almost 25 years ago. A quater of a century.

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    #33

    A relatable meme about sleeping as a child without aids, resonating with those above 30.

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    nomnomborkbork
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    1 year ago

    And could sleep soundly all night long! Not having to get up to pee and then lying awake another hour or two...

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    #34

    Relatable meme about listening skills over 30, text encouraging attentive listening without sharing personal stories.

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    Aroace tiger (she/they/he)
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    1 year ago

    Neurodivergancy can make that difficult. Some people consider it rude. Some, like me, just consider it a "i relate dw i understand u"

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    #35

    Three relatable character memes depicting life stages for those over 30: Sarah, Winifred, and Mary.

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    whineygingercat
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    1 year ago

    I started getting my boobs in 4th grade. Suddenly, ALL the boys were so helpful, opening doors/helping me with my coat/carrying my books... unfortunately, they all stopped talking to my face and started talking to my chest...

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    #36

    Young girl making a funny face with a poodle nearby; relatable meme for those above 30.

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    wowbagger
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    1 year ago

    I have a tiny car and I always feel a little guilty about this!

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    #37

    Relatable meme for anyone above 30 about feeling tired early; text reads "D**n it’s late, I should start getting to bed. The clock: 7:29pm."

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    GlitterPanda
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    1 year ago

    I have two options, go to bed before 8pm or stay awake until 2am (and wonder where those 6 hours went)

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    #38

    Nervous systems meme with a large number of likes and humorous relatability for those above 30.

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    Sreelakshmi Arun
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    1 year ago

    me too!

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    #39

    Funny meme about plane intercom asking for a doctor, with a humorous response questioning their relationship status.

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    Simon Chen
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    1 year ago

    🤣

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    #40

    Man making a confused face with text about co-worker frustration, relatable meme for those above 30.

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    pfeils wife
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    1 year ago

    Or... how TF did you even get out of bed and drive here?

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    #41

    A meme about Thanksgiving family drama, highlighting a dad mowing the lawn to calm down, relatable to those above 30.

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    Ali H M Salehuddin
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    1 year ago

    If I am the dad, I'd probably mow even the neighbour's yard too.

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    #42

    Meme depicts an awkward text exchange with a therapist, highlighting relatable humor for those above 30.

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    Sreelakshmi Arun
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    1 year ago

    At least you told her that you're drunk.

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    #43

    Zoom meeting meme highlighting self-reflection struggle during virtual meetings, humor relatable to those above 30.

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    LB
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    1 year ago

    I hide self view for this reason, it really helps me feel more present (not for work meetings, for meditation gatherings)

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    #44

    Text meme about feeling old as a 30+ adult, referencing "Dawson's Creek" described humorously by a teen.

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    Senjo Krane
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    1 year ago

    The past lol lol lol

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    #45

    Meme text about adulting struggles humorously captures the challenges faced by those over 30.

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    Amy S
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    1 year ago

    The other half is crying

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    #46

    A relatable meme about focus challenges and distractions, humorously questioning if penguins have legs or just feet.

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    Senjo Krane
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    1 year ago

    This is a real thing. We're losing the ability to concentrate and it's not good.

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    #47

    Meme text from TheTinderBlog: "You won’t be everyone’s cup of tea because you’re champagne." Humorous note for those above 30.

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    LB
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    1 year ago (edited)

    I did a little dance reading this. F*ck yeah! Can I be Apfelschorle? Weird yet refreshing?

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    #48

    Collage meme humorously depicting the contrast between job application claims and actual coworker interactions.

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    Helena
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    1 year ago

    I don't false promise. In an interview I'll straight up tell them I'm horrible with people but I will absolutely get stuff done.

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    #49

    Walmart entrance with headline about woman banned for riding an electric cart, showing a meme relatable to those above 30.

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    TastyRex
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    1 year ago

    I love that this is just a headline.

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    #50

    A telephone pole wrapped in duct tape, humorously illustrating a spot-on meme for those above 30.

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    Sreelakshmi Arun
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    1 year ago

    Duct tape works for everything!

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    #51

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    And our MP3 player...

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    Aroace tiger (she/they/he)
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    1 year ago

    Currently in that situation

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    TastyRex
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    1 year ago (edited)

    How about the trauma of an audio tape backloaded Teddy Ruxpin or Big Bird with the batteries going down? Full disclosure- I'm past my 30's.

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    Kathy L
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    1 year ago

    Oh, goody! /s

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    notlikeyou1971
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    1 year ago

    Last " luxury items " were new socks. The majority were needs. Sad to be poor.

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    Christina Hvurchilova
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    I recently had to check the 30-50 box. I was shocked that a few months ago I was 29, now I'm suddenly 50.

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    Those are perfectly valid plans.

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    Maisey Myles
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    1 year ago

    For me, I’d be in my bathrobe surrounded by puppies

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    notlikeyou1971
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    1 year ago

    Sounds like where I am staying right now. They nitpick everything.

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    1 year ago

    Why did I read that in Bill Cipher's voice...?

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    Rodney McKay
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    I can handle reality in small doses, but as a lifestyle it’s much too confining.

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    GlitterPanda
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    the struggle is real

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    notlikeyou1971
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    1 year ago

    Sleep? What is that? I think it's a battle that I barely win these days. I have not been to sleep yet. Wish I could.

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    1 year ago

    Totally fine. Approaching people should require justification.

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    ZuriLovesYou
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    Yep. But I need the money.

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    FoxEcoLimaIndiaCharlieIndiAlfa
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    It's a vicious cycle.

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    Old is when a hangover lasts for two days.

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