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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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This Make Me Happy

This Make Me Happy

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Wholesome 100

Wholesome 100

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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?

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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Found This

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Found This Gem

Found This Gem

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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.

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Hearing The Words From Love

Hearing The Words From Love

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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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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"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
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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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
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated 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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An Unexpected Friendship

An Unexpected Friendship

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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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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Boys Like Flowers, Too

Boys Like Flowers, Too

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Leo Domitrix
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My hubby *loves* carnations. I don't, but hey, he does, so I get him carnations.

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

My 20 year old son was walking by as I read this, so I asked him. He thought for a moment and then said, "I can't remember the name of it, but I think it was spider lily" so I brought up images of those and he confirmed that those are his favorite flower.

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

My dad loved flowers, especially roses. I never thought it was strange (and still don't). He was a big man and "scary looking" to many people but he was actually more like Ferdinand the Bull. I still give him roses by leaving them at his grave.

Marilyn Holt
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I agree. I started bringing flowers to my bf shortly after we met in 1978. He's over 80 now and I still love to do this.

Dawn Ours
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"awkward icebreakers" I Love this every class every school hell every 1st day on the job

Kent Fishburn
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All of us gay guys LOVE flowers. They are FAB-u-LOUS! You didn't know that?

La Moustache
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I was talking to my male friend when i read this, and asked him to see if boys rlly do like flowers. i was expecting a snarky reply but instead got the answer 'columbine flowers'. it warmed my heart for some reason.

Dawn Soehren
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I used to order flowers for my Dad that were delivered at his work.

Isabel Care
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Gave my ex the best purple rose from my garden. His reply was " What the f**k am I supposed to do with this?" One of many reasons he's an ex

Philly Bob Squires
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I absolutely LOVE roses. Long stems preferred but really any kind of rose. Followed by hyacinths, wisteria, lilacs, honeysuckle, gardenia... Hey flowers rock!

Celtic Pirate Queen
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

One of the life skills I taught my son was how to arrange flowers. Every girlfriend he's ever had thanks me as he makes sure I get the credit.

Marvin HoG
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Isn't it kinda cool? Our local main weather guy until he retired also did a regular gardening and floral segment. I learned a lot from him!

Mya Lugar
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Boys/men don't get gifts or recognition very often, As the mother of my only child, a boy, it makes me sad to see and hear his girlfriends are expecting valentines gifts, Christmas gifts, 1 mo. anniversary gifts, "Why don't you bring me flowers anymore, etc. I don't see THEM doing anything but expecting gifts at the alter.

M.C.
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My dad loves sunflowers, so I always plant them randomly throughout our yard and beside our house. Also when my friend came out to me as a trans dude I promised him I'd get him a massive bouquet when he got top surgery. COVID and all I delivered a Queen Anne's Lace bouquet this spring.

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

I'll cut this really short, but a couple are having an argument and she says 'I bet you don't even know what my favourite flower is, do you?'. With a triumphant smile, he says 'Yes, I do! It's self-raising, isn't it?

Gayle Hunter-Gatherer
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My son loves Squash blossoms. Cause I grew a lotta Squash when he was little.

von Krawall
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My son is 7 and his favourite thing is walking through flowershops. He loves the smell. One day he said 'I will NEVER forget this smell" ❤️

Tabitha L
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My father's favorite flower is gardenia. I made sure that was his boutonniere when I got married.

I'm lay sheep in China
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sad, Man r like box. U should never show your emotions specially if u r not isolated, cuz it isn't manlism. that's why they became more and more aggressive these days. That's what happened when u pushed someone too much. To all the boys it's definitely okay to cry. Luv

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

For years I've mad it a point to find out if the men in my life like flowers and if you I will get them pretty bouquets on birthdays and such. Most never get flowers, because apparantly "we" don't do that for men. Every single one always comments on how nice it is and how they love getting them and how they wish they had the guts to gift their guy friends flowers

cybermerlin2000
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My fiancée loves gardening and I used to love helping her in the garden. We didn't have much laid out in the garden but when I wasn't able to help any more after my heart failure. I gave her £20 a week to buy seeds and plants and once a month £50 to get something nice. We call it a Flower Allowance. I came home from a hospital appointment to a garden bristling with flowers in planters and a muddy but happy Baba (I call her Baba). Turns out she was using the money to get things together at her parents, and they planned it all for over a year. She still gets her Flower Allowance and I get a garden full of pretties. I also bring her drinks and food while she is working on the garden too.

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

Hmm...I wonder what my husband's favorite flowers are? I'm going to surprise him.

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

My mum buys her partner flowers coz he likes them as much as she does. My hubby on the other hand is not a flower person and would probably laugh and say “where’s my fishing gear” if I bought him flowers lol.

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

Flowers are awesome! I went to a wedding where a little boy was the flower bringer, and he looked so happy :D

Mewton’s Third Paw
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You’re a shït-tier girlfriend if you didn’t already know that and haven’t ever gifted your man flowers. Too common.

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I don't doubt that there are boys who like flowers. But I suspect it's very few. I'm a guy. I don't DISLIKE flowers. I mean, I'm not offended or grossed out at the sight of a flower. But it would do absolutely nothing for me if someone gave me flowers. It might be amusing to do a study.

Mewton’s Third Paw
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s the thoughtfulness of it. If anyone did it for you, you’d feel happy they cared for you in that way. Nobody actually cares that much about the organic flower matter. It’s just the sentiment.

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She Said Good Morning

She Said Good Morning

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Found This Unexpectedly Wholesome Response

Found This Unexpectedly Wholesome Response

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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George Bush Sr's Dog Got Too Fat

George Bush Sr's Dog Got Too Fat

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Wants To Learn For That Special Someone

Wants To Learn For That Special Someone

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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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Straight As Nails

Straight As Nails

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated 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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I Love This

I Love This

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Beginning And End Of Decade

Beginning And End Of Decade

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Bardhi's Dad
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Piggyback Sunset

Piggyback Sunset

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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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This Gem I Found On Twitter Today

This Gem I Found On Twitter Today

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True Love

True Love

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated 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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We Have Much To Learn

We Have Much To Learn

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Unexpectedly Wholesomeness

Unexpectedly Wholesomeness

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Bardhi's Dad
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Gordon Ramsey Hood Edition

Gordon Ramsey Hood Edition

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Awwwww This Is Absolute Poggers

Awwwww This Is Absolute Poggers

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Francis
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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My Neighbor Almost Had My Mom Worried For His Safety

My Neighbor Almost Had My Mom Worried For His Safety

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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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Turned His Life Around

Turned His Life Around

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El Dee
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Wholesome Dealer

Wholesome Dealer

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Francis
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Do What Makes You Happy

Do What Makes You Happy

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Definitely Something I Would Do

Definitely Something I Would Do

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Capn_Ahab
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Thanks Satan

Thanks Satan

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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
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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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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Completely Out Of The Blue

Completely Out Of The Blue

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Foxxy (The Original)
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Now This Is A Rare Occurrence

Now This Is A Rare Occurrence

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Wholesome And Actually Unexpected

Wholesome And Actually Unexpected

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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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I Love Daddy

I Love Daddy

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He’s In La La Land

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A Caring Developer

A Caring Developer

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Pamela24
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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I Hope This Is Unexpected, Have A Nice Day!

I Hope This Is Unexpected, Have A Nice Day!

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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Love Comes In All Colours

Love Comes In All Colours

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Raine Soo
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Good Things Come To Those Who... Wait

Good Things Come To Those Who... Wait

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Nadine
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3 years ago DotsCreated 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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Wholesome Army Recruiter

Wholesome Army Recruiter

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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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