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Behind closed doors, relationships might not be all sunshine and rainbows. But the honest representation of everyday life in a long-term relationship rather than the faked and filtered portrayal we see a lot of on social media or movies is what people can truly relate to. It doesn’t mean that living in a relationship is dull or less beautiful; on the contrary, love can be found in the smallest things, we just have to learn to notice them. Los Angeles-based artist Amanda Oleander draws lighthearted illustrations to show what love looks like when no one’s watching in the most mundane way—from pimple popping to crying together to no-shave and no-pants lifestyle.

Over one million people on Instagram are drawn to the artist’s dear-to-heart snippets of life and you will understand why after this post. Don’t forget to check out more of Oleander’s cute illustrations previously shared on Bored Panda here and here.

More info: Instagram | amandaoleander.com | twitter.com | Facebook

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I love her face in these

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    Patty Stier
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    6 years ago

    Viewing their love's precious creation.

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    whitney sweat
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    6 years ago

    Even the dogs look happy!

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    Nemeia
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    6 years ago

    I hardly ever wash the dishes. My husband does not let me.

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    Nemeia
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    6 years ago

    Nothing is better, than being THAT comfortable with another person. No judgement, no worries, just love and comfort.

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    BryanR
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    6 years ago

    You complete me!

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    Rachel Connot
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    6 years ago

    My hubby and I would spend an entire night playing either guitar hero or tiger woods golf. Pre-Kids of course, now when we finally get to sit on the couch, we basically just fall asleep lol.

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    We'll get through this together.

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    Their first home.

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    Annabell
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    6 years ago

    These drawings are amazing! I love the beautiful faces and the expressions they show. And the details in the background - this artist is really talented.

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    Dean Garner
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    6 years ago

    What the hell is going on here ??

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    Nemeia
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    6 years ago

    Pretty much... only that I also drool... 🤣🙄

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    Mollie Jackson
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    6 years ago

    totally true

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    shyanna banana
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    6 years ago

    yes when the people killed john wicks dog :(

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    6 years ago

    I wanna know how she managed to pour the cake, leaving the bowl so clean lol :D

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    6 years ago

    You smell so good.

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    6 years ago

    -The way that he is melted thou >w<-

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    whitney sweat
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    6 years ago

    Ladies and Gentlemen, I present: Halloween 2020.

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    6 years ago

    awwwww

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    Rachel Connot
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    6 years ago

    First thing that went through my mind?...."I'll never let go Jack"

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    6 years ago

    I can't feel my arm!

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    Patty Stier
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    6 years ago

    Rock-a-bye babies, asleep in the night - thy mom & thy lady shall safe hold you tight. To bed you will go, covered up to your chin, and sleep soundly till morning and a new day begins.

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    2020 be like this

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    6 years ago

    "Oh yes, I'm feeling much better now."

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    6 years ago

    Are those thongs?!?! 😂

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    6 years ago

    Where you go - I will closely follow ... right up to the very end!

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    6 years ago

    I love when you pick my brain...

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    Patty Stier
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    6 years ago

    Loving couple bedroom tv movie night ... turn up the sound and pass the popcorn salt please?

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    6 years ago

    I love how they both have normal bodies. A cartoon body, yes, but she hasn’t been flattened down, and he isn’t jacked. She’s got the bump that holds the organs and that just makes me happy. 😂👏🏻

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    6 years ago

    First day back to work.

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    Danggggg those are some toenails right their.

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    6 years ago

    Haha. Illl be like when I realize that I’m actually dating someone

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    Twisted like a good rope.

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    Sometimes. No words. Perfection. Perfect bond.

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    Appreciating all the good things in life.

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    The link is strong between them

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    Birthdays require a minium of a house full of decorations.

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    Everything is fun when you love each other.

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    Found our forever home!

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    6 years ago

    Nothing better than an early morning laugh together...

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    6 years ago

    why is everyone down voting her? she's not being rude in any way

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    6 years ago

    I'm so glad BP blocked that illustrated nipple, I might have had the vapours otherwise.

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    6 years ago

    surprise...

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    Norma
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    6 years ago

    You're HOME!!! <3

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    Damon Gates
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    If this is "behind closed doors", they have serious problems with their roof or HVAC system.

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    6 years ago

    Happy Birthday Baby.

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    Cupcakezzz
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    6 years ago

    I like how they have gay couples too

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    "Yes, today, around noon."

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    Perfect fit.

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    You make every thing fun.

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    We'll figure it out together.

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    Kiss kiss hug hug cuddle cuddle..

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    and onions and red peppers.............

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    The kid in the window lol

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    6 years ago

    All this time they weren't married? I didn't know that.

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    6 years ago

    Snif that hair. 😂

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    Safe in our love bubble!

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    Movie night.

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    Elaine Mattingly
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    I knew we would get through it together.

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    Our private tropical beach.

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    Singing our favorite song together.

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    She has some bad tan lines- daaaaaaaangg

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    the shorts tan line!

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    GAG

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    Can't get enough of my baby's loving.

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    It's days like these, I envy those who are lucky enough to have/build such relationships.

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    SURE, I'LL HAVE A BITE.