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We usually expect things to go the worst possible way—whether it’s failing that crucial exam you need to get into uni, or getting painfully rejected by your best friend who you’ve been in love with since childhood. There’s something liberating about expecting the most dreadful scenario, but nothing feels better than when it turns out the opposite.

Luckily, the internet is a magical place and there’s a little corner for everything: the bad and the impossibly good. Like this community on Reddit, r/UnexpectedlyWholesome, which has been sharing incidents and cases that took a U-turn for the wholesome for the past three years since its launch on February 19, 2017.

From a boyfriend praying on Twitter for his girlfriend’s period to come today, to a landlord who said no pets allowed in the property, some things are made to have exceptions and the most wholesome outcomes. No spoilers, but who doesn’t love happily-ever-after endings?

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    #2

    This Make Me Happy

    This Make Me Happy

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg, that is so beautiful and I love that they got married. That is love.

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    #3

    Wholesome 100

    Wholesome 100

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for giving your cat another chance. She is a dear friend, and part of the family as well. It was the best decision you could have made. She was not ready to leave you.

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    It feels like we’re living in a drought of good news. The past year hasn’t been an easy one and the general emotional state of people around the globe is not the best one. And how could it be otherwise with what we’ve all been dealing with lately?

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    But it turns out that feel-good news like this wholesome post can bring much-needed health benefits, especially in times of crisis. One study from Brigham Young University proved that sharing positive experiences, events, and stories has immense perks. The researchers invited participants to keep a journal of grateful experiences over four weeks, and share them with a partner twice a week. Those partners who received good news reported being in a better mood overall.

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    #5

    Found This

    Found This

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    Foxxy (The Original)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so sad that no one would give him the time and patience he needed. So glad he eventually found someone to talk to.

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    #6

    Found This Gem

    Found This Gem

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is such a sweet story. And, your maternal grandfather seems like the coolest guy. Many people would have looked down on someone who was a sanitation engineer. I respect people who make an honest living.

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    Moreover, reading bad news is able to stir up the hormones and spark the neurotransmitters that alter our mood. In the same way, exposing ourselves to positive information has a calming effect. According to the positivity advocate and writer Celia Abernethy, human-interest stories not only make us feel happier, they also increase trust and hope in humankind. “Stories about improved living and health conditions are uplifting and encouraging.”

    Stories with happy endings, wholesome twists, and wonderful people assure readers that whatever happens, we will be fine because the world is full of great human beings. This hopeful thinking is what we critically need these days.

    #7

    Goals

    Goals

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    #8

    Reddit Can Be A Great Place

    Reddit Can Be A Great Place

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    #9

    Hearing The Words From Love

    Hearing The Words From Love

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your mom heard you. No offspring is perfect. You were there for her when it really mattered.

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    Fight For Babies First Word

    Fight For Babies First Word

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    #12

    I'm Not Gonna Spoil Anything, Just Read It And You'll See

    I'm Not Gonna Spoil Anything, Just Read It And You'll See

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't mind being butt-dialed by a cat.

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    #14

    "The More You Yell At Her, The More Money She Makes!"

    "The More You Yell At Her, The More Money She Makes!"

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    Bardhi's Dad
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That was very... how to say... original way to tell somebody to shut the f.ck up. Lol

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    #15

    Landlord Says No Pets Allowed, But An Exception Is Made

    Landlord Says No Pets Allowed, But An Exception Is Made

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The frog does look rather polite, doesn't he? I'm glad the landlord acquiesced.

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    #16

    An Unexpected Friendship

    An Unexpected Friendship

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    Foxxy (The Original)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t understand that logic, since when can you only call your friends by their first name. I understand there is an etiquette when it comes to teachers, elders and royalty etc but not every Tom, D**k or Harry.

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    #17

    Goby Saves The Day

    Goby Saves The Day

    Instead of placing garbage cans around this beach, the city made a giant see-through fish out of some barbed wire and meshm and added a sign that says "Goby loves plastic, please feed him". Kids love feeding Goby, who is usually full by the end of the day, and taken away by the city.

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    troufaki13
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Goby should be cloned and be on every beach in the world :)

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    #18

    Boys Like Flowers, Too

    Boys Like Flowers, Too

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    troufaki13
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What an unexpected plot twist... boys are people too!

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    #19

    NASA Is Wholesome

    NASA Is Wholesome

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    #20

    She Said Good Morning

    She Said Good Morning

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    Foxxy (The Original)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My heart breaks for this poor girl, hopefully that good morning is a small step to a long recovery.

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    #21

    Found This Unexpectedly Wholesome Response

    Found This Unexpectedly Wholesome Response

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That mug has certainly made the rounds. It has now become a family heirloom.

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    #22

    George Bush Sr's Dog Got Too Fat

    George Bush Sr's Dog Got Too Fat

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    George Bush took Ranger's weight loss regime very seriously, as a good parent should. I like his all-points bulletin.

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    #23

    Wants To Learn For That Special Someone

    Wants To Learn For That Special Someone

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    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope someone gave them step-by-step directions.

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    #24

    I Was Expecting A Nice Guy Story. Although I Was Not Disappointed

    I Was Expecting A Nice Guy Story. Although I Was Not Disappointed

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    #25

    Wholesome Story

    Wholesome Story

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    #26

    Straight As Nails

    Straight As Nails

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    Foxxy (The Original)
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know what you are, You are in Love. Those are some deep feelings you have, you don’t need to stress/worry about labelling yourself. Just follow your heart. As David Rose on Schitt’s Creek says “I like the wine and not the label”.

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    #27

    I Love This

    I Love This

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    Tequila4Two
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would be so much better if it was a Saint Bernard.

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    #28

    Beginning And End Of Decade

    Beginning And End Of Decade

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    Bardhi's Dad
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the greatest achieve and the greatest happiness when the dream come true. Have a good wind in your wings, young man!

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    #29

    Piggyback Sunset

    Piggyback Sunset

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    troufaki13
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Weird fact about me. I love talking to strangers but I don't like talking to people I know :/

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    #30

    This Gem I Found On Twitter Today

    This Gem I Found On Twitter Today

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    Wholesome Protesters

    Wholesome Protesters

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    #32

    True Love

    True Love

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    Foxxy (The Original)
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awww, my heart is melting, my hubby started crying as I walked down the aisle. Probably crying thinking “what the f**k have I gotten myself into” hahaha.

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    #33

    We Have Much To Learn

    We Have Much To Learn

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    BusLady
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actual photo of the island's Security Force.

    Vic
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *silently pick up a bow and arrow ands at the front door*

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    ChickyChicky
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's why it's so important to leave them alone. One simple disease like a cold could wipe them all out.

    ML
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aren't these the ones who killed the missionary John Allen Chau in 2018?

    Flare
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, they were also the tribe that killed those two drunk fisherman who made the fatal mistake of drifting near the shore.

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    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe these are the Sentinelese tribe. In 1880, 2 elderly people and 4 children (tribe members) were taken hostage by outsiders. They became ill from exposure and the adults died. The 4 children were also ill, and were returned to the island. The sick children likely exposed other tribe members. This is such a sad tale. I'm sure there were other deaths. No wonder they are hostile to outsiders.

    Nubis Knight
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They once stopped their aggressiv behaviour towards indian ethnologists when those were accompanied by a female scientist for the first time. They even started accepting the Gifts from the indians and brought their children to the beach. Shortly afterwards the indian government changed their policy towards natives and the Sentinels are to be left alone.

    Anthony Goldstein (female)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I heard a couple years ago they did let someone in. I think she was the first woman to attempt to enter and they trusted her more? (BTW I don't think guys are bad or anything, this is just what I heard.

    Malakai
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think there was a report that the tribe tends to receive women better than men because of its dynamics, and she also listened to someone who'd had interactions (at a distance) with these people by offering things of value to them like coconuts and other food.

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    Foxxy (The Original)
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sadly some other tribes haven’t been so lucky, Covid already hit the Great Andamanese Tribe.

    Brandy Grote
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Huh. I shoot intruders with arrows too!

    itz kimora
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i dont know why i laughed so hard

    Al Reilly
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What Island is this & where??

    Leo Fragoso
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    5 years ago

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    Julius Martin
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    guys they made the wheel! look it up, that islands people have advanced to the wheel!

    Jo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    TAKE ME WITH YOUUUUUUUUU I WANT TO LEAVE THIS HORRIBLE WORLD OF CORONAVIRUSSSS

    DC
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Actually, killing people on sight is pretty f****d up ... although it fits in the stories of the "honourable wild", which are just as racist as the stories about "n*****s havin' a feeling about rhythm" and other crap.

    kjorn
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    5 years ago

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    is this a scen from the next Far Cry?

    Bill
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    5 years ago

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    They hqve Covid too

    Foxxy (The Original)
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fortunately they don’t have Covid, you may be thinking of some surrounding islands or other tribes. The Sentinelese people (pictured) are completely isolated and has zero contact with the outside world. They are the most isolated group of people in the world.

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    Nice

    Nice

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    Today Is The Day

    Today Is The Day

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    #36

    Unexpectedly Wholesomeness

    Unexpectedly Wholesomeness

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    Bardhi's Dad
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have similar memories with my dad. He died 42 years ago, I'm 58 now, and I never forget that love and care he show in that subtle and warm way to me, my younger sister and my little brother.

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    #37

    Gordon Ramsey Hood Edition

    Gordon Ramsey Hood Edition

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    Foxxy (The Original)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And does he still add a lil something, something to his goodies lol.

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    #38

    It Never Came

    It Never Came

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    BusLady
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Proud like a daddy should be. ❤️

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    #39

    Awwwww This Is Absolute Poggers

    Awwwww This Is Absolute Poggers

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    Francis
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if anyone here knows the iron druid chronicles by kevin hearne: you know oberon and how he talks. i just imagined him being a film doggo and just so happy that he can't stop waggling his tail xD (okay this comment is very random)

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    #40

    My Neighbor Almost Had My Mom Worried For His Safety

    My Neighbor Almost Had My Mom Worried For His Safety

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    BusLady
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cutest thing ever. It had me fooled.

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    #41

    A Man Trying To Dry The Bird That Is Wet Due To The Downpour And Is About To Freeze From The Cold... With A Hair Dryer

    A Man Trying To Dry The Bird That Is Wet Due To The Downpour And Is About To Freeze From The Cold... With A Hair Dryer

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    #42

    Turned His Life Around

    Turned His Life Around

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    El Dee
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone deserves another chance, the chance to reinvent themselves. Good luck and I hope his business makes it through the pandemic!!

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    #43

    Wholesome Dealer

    Wholesome Dealer

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    Francis
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    your good guy neigbourhood dealer is there for you when you need him. - sounds like a good ad :D

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    #44

    Do What Makes You Happy

    Do What Makes You Happy

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    Deborah B
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As long as it's not the holiday Muzak, we're good.

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    #45

    Made Me Smile

    Made Me Smile

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    #46

    Definitely Something I Would Do

    Definitely Something I Would Do

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    Capn_Ahab
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dog: Faʻamalie atu, ou te le tautala Igilisi Me: What? Dog: Ou te le tautala Igilisi, o le a se mea o fai mai ai oe? Genie: You didn't specify which language.

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    #47

    #flattenthecurve

    #flattenthecurve

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    #48

    Anon Loves His Mother

    Anon Loves His Mother

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    #49

    Thanks Satan

    Thanks Satan

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    Francis
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    gosh! sometimes i wished i was gay.. thier hell sounds great!

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    #50

    A Message I Received After The Christchurch Terrorist Attack Killing A Family Member

    A Message I Received After The Christchurch Terrorist Attack Killing A Family Member

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    Bill
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm beginning to think racism as a mental illness rather than a character flaw.

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    #51

    This Man Gave A Boost Of Self-Confidence To These Girls

    This Man Gave A Boost Of Self-Confidence To These Girls

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    Martha Meyer
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    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The original user's user name says it all. Total jerk.

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    #53

    Completely Out Of The Blue

    Completely Out Of The Blue

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    Foxxy (The Original)
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s because you are missing an ingredient, Grandmother’s love. Now there are alternatives but they aren’t as pure in quality.

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    #54

    Now This Is A Rare Occurrence

    Now This Is A Rare Occurrence

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You have found a kindred spirit. Congratulations.

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    #55

    Wholesome And Actually Unexpected

    Wholesome And Actually Unexpected

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    pansexualandproud
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this is amazing good for them to have such a supportive parent

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    #56

    Thank You For Making My Day Brighter

    Thank You For Making My Day Brighter

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    #57

    I Was On Amazon Searching For Scrunchies. I Would Have Never Expected To Almost Cry While Reading A Review!

    I Was On Amazon Searching For Scrunchies. I Would Have Never Expected To Almost Cry While Reading A Review!

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    #58

    Well Boys, We Did It

    Well Boys, We Did It

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    #59

    Youtube Can Be Nice Sometimes

    Youtube Can Be Nice Sometimes

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    #60

    That Turned Out Wholesome

    That Turned Out Wholesome

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    #61

    I Love Daddy

    I Love Daddy

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    Some Cool Guy
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love and appreciate your parents while you can. Only diamonds are forever.

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    #62

    He’s In La La Land

    He’s In La La Land

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    Bardhi's Dad
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Pay him man! He's just a little bit tired from hard working.

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    #63

    Wholesome

    Wholesome

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    #64

    A Caring Developer

    A Caring Developer

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    Pamela24
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fairly wholesome but it still should have been made free. I bet there are other extra options that don't help disabled people and could be easily behind a paywall (I understand the creator deserves to be paid). Now it seems like every single disabled person should have to write which seems ridiculous.

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    #65

    I Hope This Is Unexpected, Have A Nice Day!

    I Hope This Is Unexpected, Have A Nice Day!

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    FurryManiac
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If anyone wants more good natured threats and other mildly disturbing facts, this is user @biggestgaudiestpatrounuses(I may have spelled that wrong) on Tumblr

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    #66

    Love Comes In All Colours

    Love Comes In All Colours

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    Raine Soo
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The photos may have been taken secretly, but their happiness is evident. And, that cannot be taken away.

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    #67

    Good Things Come To Those Who... Wait

    Good Things Come To Those Who... Wait

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    Nadine
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband proposed when we'd barely been together for a year and I said no because I wasn't ready for that type of committment yet. Now we've been married for 6 years.

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    #68

    Wholesome Army Recruiter

    Wholesome Army Recruiter

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    Kari Panda
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You guys get random text messages from army recruiters? oo

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    #69

    Made Me Smile

    Made Me Smile

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    #70

    Wife Sending A Message To Her Husband Through A Reddit Post

    Wife Sending A Message To Her Husband Through A Reddit Post

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    #71

    That's My Cousin

    That's My Cousin

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