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In today’s hyper-connected world, it’s easy to miss the positive things happening around you. The virtually endless amounts of gloomy headlines make it seem like good news gets buried deep underneath. With the craziness of your fast-paced routine, even caring smiles, sincere compliments, and genuine acts of kindness tend to go unnoticed, trapping you in a never-ending cycle of gloom.

But fear not! Today, we'll swiftly balance out the scales by injecting some much-needed cheerfulness into your life. Enter the 'Wholesome Meets The Internet' Instagram page dedicated to soul-soothing and sweet stories people have shared online in hopes of lifting everyone's spirits. A brief scroll through the feed proves that not everything is as terrible as it may seem, making it an incredible platform to visit.

With over 235k followers, it has become a true powerhouse that restores faith in humanity and confirms that a simple kind gesture can make a difference. We have gathered some of the best posts to make your day a little better, so sit back, relax, and feel the positivity flowing. Keep reading to also find our interview about the importance of positive content with Deborah S. Bowen, Ph.D. Upvote pics that made you smile and share your own uplifting stories down below in the comments!

Psst! For more wholesomeness, be sure to check out earlier parts of this feature right here and here.

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Michael Reed
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I picture the poor postman running for his life

FrillyDragon
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Damn onion ninjas...my heart ;u; what a sweet girl.

Jamyi Lee
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Bless her sweet little impish heart. Makes me sad she's gonna lose her bestie all too soon

glowworm2
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This sounds absolutely adorable.

René Sauer
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

As long as the Postie is a willing participant. Or do they mean the post car with postie?

Laura Ketteridge
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I utterly love this idea. I can see it playing out in my head. The utter glee of the child, the dog exhilarated with the wind in it's fur, and the postie playing along, running and shouting for mercy.

Marc Haney
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3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well written! The mental image of the pug still being able to harass the postie via a young lady and baby stroller is nothing short of hilarious! I hope the pug got to nibble postie’s trousers! 🤣

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    Mrs. EW
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandma also had Alzheimer’s. She had forgotten who I was for a few years already. We were all at my mom’s on Christmas and as my grandma and Poppi were leaving. She looks at me, puts her hand on my arm and exclaims, “Erin? It’s so good to see you! I’ve missed you!” Instant tears of joy that she remembered me that one last time.

    TheHalloweenTeen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh... My eyes... I'm in a school bus damnit. That's so sad and heartwarming!!!

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

    The day my heart truly broke was whwwn my grandad forgot my name for the first time but still hugged me with all his love.

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

    Heartbreaking. We need to find a cure for dementia. 😢

    Joss
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My grandma stopped remembering me the last couple years she was around and was on a 2-3 minute convertion cycle. She'd introduce herself, ask if you were married, if you had kids, where you lived....then she'd always say oh. You live in *MyTown*? My son lives there! Do you know my son? And I'd say yes, that I knew him (my dad). After 2-3 minutes it would start over. I stopped sitting next to her. I just couldn't. My husband and I were undergoing fertility treatments that weren't working at the time and grandma had only had one pregnancy and that miscarried. They spent years trying and even tried early treatments, but ultimately adopted my dad and aunt. She's the person I should have been able to talk to all that about and instead she thought she was a young woman and I was a nice stranger and every three minutes I'd be reminded of the infertility and not being able to talk to her about it. Dementia sucks :(

    Wicked Moon216
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm SO sorry!I had a miscarriage at 13 wks, just 1 day after hearing the heartbeat 4 first time (1998)It absolutely crushed me & my husband. We found a miscarriage support group,& honestly I think it was our saving grace.We went on and got pregnant w/my daughter.After her,we started trying again,& I couldn't get pregnant.We eventually got pregnant using IVF.I had my second daughter after 3 years.Try to keep positive!I know it sounds impossible.Many years ago I had heard about using positive affirmations,& thought it was stupid,(I had severe depression from age 15 to 50),I found some positive quotes in a book I was reading & I wrote them on index cards & put them next to my bed.I read them every evening before bed, & every morning when I got up.About 6 months later the depression got MUCH better.I hadn't changed any of my meds or anything. Im sure you already know this,but trying to get pregnant REALLY messes with ur head.Using a positive affirmation abt being able 2 b pregnant cld help

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    Terri Martin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For crying out loud.....I can't take anymore 😭🥰

    Sharon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My dad passed with Alzheimer's and when mom visited she always gave him a cuddle and a kiss. He would grin and ask her not to do that as his wife wouldn't like it. The day before he died he told her that he knew he didn't say it often but that he loved her. He recognized her long enough to say good bye.

    Fickle_Pickle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Both sets of grandmas were mean b!tches. But my two grandpas, God bless their souls, were like this grandma. They were two of my favorite persons in the world. Tatay Pablo and Papay, I miss you so much. We will see each other again one day.

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    Yvonne Dauwalder Balsiger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That man is a true treasure, congratulations Bradder!

    Craig Abram
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    3 years ago

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    Bwahahahaha never misses a moment to make it a look a t me moment... Kirk should of spaced him long afo

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    Tamra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, it's wonderfully gay! And?

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    Lord Rimuru
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He also wrote an amazing book about his childhood during WW2

    InfectedVoiceBox
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This guy is one of those celebrities that I have never seen in anything, never watched Star Trek I know not a lot about him but he just seems like an awesome dude.

    M Kawai
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's such an awesome post!

    Bubbles and sparks
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just love his sense of looking at things ;)

    Rosie Burzinski Breneman
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s such a huge leap forward. Too bad it’s taken so long.

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    As much as we love the web for its endless supply of knowledge and inspiration, it can get pretty grim over here. Being bombarded with bleak headlines every time we go online can make it seem like there’s no good left in this world. We’re especially running short of positive vibes after a rough week at work, a heated argument with a spouse, or an unfortunate encounter with a rude stranger in our everyday lives.

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    When the digital world feels full of negativity, social media projects like 'Wholesome Meets The Internet' are here to lift our spirits and boost our belief in kindness, one post at a time. Ever since its first post in July 2019, it has been a purely refreshing platform to visit. It allows us to take some optimistic energy and put it into our own hands by devouring heartwarming stories and sweet pictures shared on the page.

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    Alexandra Davis
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, parents are wonderful. I'm physically disabled in a wheelchair and 34 but my parents still do so much for me that even if I say I'm fine, they do it anyway because they're my parents. When I was at uni, I had a massive flare and spent a year pretty much in bed. My mum is a teacher and helped me stay on track to not miss out and fall back.

    Max
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    On the one hand, good on mum, but why weren't there accessible alternatives for the student?

    UpupaEpops
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Because many countries can't afford it. This was in Turkey.

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    Yay Pandas!
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's amazing and inspiring dedication.

    Courtney Christelle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hear illiteracy in the blind community is high and from what I've seem braille materials aren't very commonplace and they should be.

    Valerie Chrisman-Naramore
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is absolut love!! A parent giving such devotion to her child. I wish I could have known that kind of love.

    Michelle Smith
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Proof that good mother’s would do ANYTHING for their children. She is the epitome of a good mother.

    Addicted to Haribo Goldbears
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope so. It's a beautiful demonstration of a mother's love 💕. My son was on crutches for a couple of weeks when he was in his last year of college and I drove him the hour to school, carried his books, and waited in the hall for his class to end and then helped him to the next. He only had two classes a day at the time.

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    S Mi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So much acceptance in this act

    bottomless.abyss.of.bordem
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Note to self....When meeting Adam Levine, have a panic attack. On second thought, no need to make a note.

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

    11 posts in and I am broken. Don't know if I can make it though this one...

    Brenda Greene
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my daughter who has Down Syndrome saw Pentatonix, her favorite group, she just sat in her seat and cried.

    SillySparklyGirl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I too would weep seeing Pentatonix live. They are so incredibly gifted!!! And from what I've seen of them, they seem like really humble, kind people.

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    Jaya
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I imagine it was probably a fun moment for themselves too.

    Stephaniep
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And a nice break, the energy most fans probably bring into these rooms non stop would be exhausting. Getting to lay and chill for a minute while still giving a fan time and care would be a nice change I think.

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    Jo Chrisco
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I had a brother and sister with Downs. Maroon 5 is now my favorite band.

    Hey!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I saw this post elsewhere and I thought it was wholesome; I still think so.

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    Pieter LeGrande
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Experience shows that much less garbage is discarded if a place is kept clean. Half a bucket probably represents the low level of rubbish that will continue.

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    OmBoyGanesh
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t know why they whited out his last name. He’s Edgar McGregor, from Los Angeles and has done a few interviews. He spent *589* consecutive days cleaning up the trails on popular hiking area, Eaton Canyon, completing this goal in early 2021. I’ve no doubt if you Google his name, you’ll find plenty of human interest stories on him. EDIT: autocorrect

    jo_shortland
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Absolutely brilliant, well done

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

    This is Edgar. Be more like Edgar!

    Thomas Beard
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have to do this in my neighborhood so I’m not embarrassed to drive down my own street (and because I love nature). Neighbors all ask me how much the city pays me 🤣🤣🤣

    Hey!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is happy news and tragic all at once.

    Beachbum
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never should have got that way in the first place, but thank you so much for doing that!

    B Jean the Jelly Bean
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this. I have a neighbor who takes 2 bags with him when he walks his dog. One is for the dog poo and one for the trash he collects on our street. He is the greatest neighbor we have ever had!

    Milo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg that's my friend!!!!! He's been cleaning up the park every day for years, he still does a daily cleanup to this day! Though he moved locations for school. He's a climate justice and environmental activist and an amazing human and friend all around. So happy to see him getting some recognition.

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    To gain more insight on how positive and negative news impact the readers, we reached out to Deborah S. Bowen, Ph.D., an Assistant Professor of PR Instruction at the University of South Florida. "Most of us are familiar with the phrase, 'if it bleeds, it leads,'" she told Bored Panda. "We have an instinctual drive to seek out the scary, the awful, the unthinkable. True-crime podcasts, streaming shows about real and imagined cases … the list is weird and endless."

    "Perhaps we do it because it reminds us that we’re okay; perhaps we have a dark urge that needs to be satisfied. In any case, the internet abounds with negativity, from 'trolls' to snark to the charmingly outdated 'flame wars,' we have no lack of content," Bowen added.

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    xolitaire
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh my god I Want these as desktop icons. I want to be able to look at them all day in the office

    Trish Ferguson
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    But then I will come to your office and never leave!

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    Raine Soo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love everything here, but the Bunsen burner set is particularly cute.

    Panda Boi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did she make safety goggles too??

    Bouche Clay
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A happy little row of test tubes, just wherever your heart feels it should be.

    Jamyi Lee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grandma is sitting on a goldmine depending on how many of these little cuties she has left in her to make. Arthritis depending.

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    Tamra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't imagine turning my back on my child for any reason, much less something like this.

    Wicked Moon216
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You can be my daughter!! I have 2 already, but I will always take in an older one that needs unconditional love! I grew up with a mother & father that didn't really want me, so now I try to give back so maybe someone else doesn't have to experience what I did. :-)

    Minath
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've collected a few extra daughters, they started off as my daughter's friends but when their relationship with their families broke down I just added them to mine.

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    Hadesdaughter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    jesus way to make the whole internet cry

    Staysafewarmdry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I knew my mother had accepted her two gay neighbors, after several years, when she bought them an electric blanket with separate controls. We all welled up.

    Jamyi Lee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be frank. People's obsession with the lives and and preferences of others makes THEM sick. Not folks liking what they like minding their own business.

    Marion
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a sweet guy! I hope your other family will one day realize how stupid they‘ve been. But i hope you‘ll get over them.

    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keep this in your wallet/purse..... Or just somewhere safe

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    Tamra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love people who love animals.

    Alexandra Davis
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This plumber would love coming to mine with my 6 cats! One of mine loves 'helping' (read sitting by you and meowing support)

    tuzdayschild
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that the cat loves everyone is a testament to the people he lives with.

    glowworm2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love it! The plumber has a new assistant.

    Melvetta Bowles
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cat have watched what you doing too

    Cat Mom times 10
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cat Simon is like that, he loves everyone. I'm thinking of taking him to nursing homes so he can love on the residents if they'll let me that is.

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    According to her, being on the outside of these stories or fights lights up what’s called our "negativity bias": "A psychological phenomenon recognizing that the human brain responds more vigorously to negative news than to positive news."

    It looks like turning a blind eye to the darker side of life is difficult as we humans are hardwired to seek out the gloom. The negativity bias shows our tendency to give more significance to negative thoughts and experiences than positive or neutral ones. We are even inclined to focus on the negative aspects when they are insignificant.

    Rick Hanson, Ph.D., psychologist and author of Hardwiring Happiness, stated that humans evolved to be fearful, and it helped keep us alive. "This vulnerability to feeling threatened has effects at many levels, ranging from individuals, couples, and families, to schoolyards, organizations and nations," he explained. To gain back control over how we perceive the world, Hanson stressed the importance of becoming aware of how our brains get so vigilant and wary.

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    Joss
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If we got a Lego set for our wedding, there's no way we'd wait ten years to play with it. That's honeymoon entertainment.

    Shatice Rucker
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my God absolutely! still wearing the wedding dress and all 🥰❤️

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    Yayheterogeneity
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I bought my husband the set. He loved building it!

    Charles Burkett
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did anyone else read this and have the beginning Star wars theme song play as you read the ending? Just asking.

    Micah
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes, but then again I often have Star Wars music playing in my head.

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    Hey!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would have been the first one to start it.

    Amber V
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't believe that man waited ten whole years to build that millennium falcon! 🤯

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    Kallen Kneeland
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The woodworkers are letting him join? That's a 1st class Dad Joke right there!

    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I find this one extra sweet because my great grandfather was a carpenter. Dad still has the small boat he made himself! (Indeed there's a family story about the time Dad took his beautiful bride for a romantic boat ride in it, which ended with him tipping the boat over and everyone ending up in the lake. I found out about that when I asked my mother why one of her favourite books looked as if it had gotten very wet once upon a time).

    Mabelbabel
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In the UK, there's the University of the Third Age (first age is childhood, second is adulthood third is retirement or older people). Its a social network, and each region does things like talks, craft classes, sightseeing, book clubs etc-each regional group is autonomous so the local branch decides what their members are interested in doing. It is a great way to meet with others in your area and develop connections and friendships. I told my elderly aunt about it and she really enjoys it, so if you've got older friends or relatives who are feeling a bit isolated, it might be worth checking it out.

    Philippa Davies
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We have these in Australia too. They are a great idea.

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    Sarah Richardson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They have a club like this in my area. The older ladies have the WI, the older men have The Man Shed.

    Michelle Smith
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your grandmother would be pleased. I’m sure

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    glowworm2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love his smooth comment about his date afterwards.

    Stacy B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love when elderly people find love and happiness again. Gives me the feels.

    Isaac Harvey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Attitude is far more important than physical hindrances.

    mymommatoldme
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Way to go grandpa! I hope he used protection...a mask people...I was hoping he wore a mask...😷😆😉

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    "The alarm bell of your brain — the amygdala (you’ve got two of these little almond-shaped regions, one on either side of your head) — uses many of its neurons to look for bad news: it’s primed to go negative in most people," the psychologist wrote. "Once it sounds the alarm, negative events and experiences get quickly stored in memory — in contrast to positive events and experiences, which are not prioritized in the same way."

    But while this was a great way to survive and avoid threats in the old days, in the modern world, we don’t actually need to feel afraid or anxious all the time. If we want to lead fulfilling lives, we need to better grasp this tendency and understand that things are usually not as tragic.

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    The Idaho Potato
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still better than what I can do.

    Tony Pott
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Surely the important thing is not the quality of little brother's art, but that he wanted to emulate OP?

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    PVR
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Talent runs in the family! Both drawings are lovely. (I can only draw a stick figure).

    YinzerGhost
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Get a lawyer and sue him. Clearly ripping off your work.

    Jan Dunn
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imitation is the sincerest form.....

    JelliTate
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This one made my eyes misty💙

    Misty Ball
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Huh? What? I heard my name,I did nothing to your eyes I swear

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    Yay Pandas!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's great! You're encouraging him in his art.

    Bonny Saxon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How I think I look vs how I actually look...

    Vanessa Priest
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds to me, you have a little brother who admires you and your art work. I bet passing down your old supplies and or a special art kit would throw him over the moon

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    glowworm2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love his encouragement!

    Jamyi Lee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is really no reason for them to be in any specific order. I don't like it but it's true

    Emily
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Coolest response to a baby making noise on a plane!

    Raimei Ai
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm trying to teach my nephew the ABC's backwards and a neighborhood kid goes "ARE YOU A WIZARD?" XD

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    JelliTate
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I get chills! All that hard work!

    Kesondra Key
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would just start crying lol. Hopefully someday soon! (working on my doctorate in environmental science <3)

    Aunt Riarch
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My nephew found he'd been promoted to captain thusly: Selby! You are fined one bottle of champagne for being improperly dressed - ??? - not enough pips on your shoulder Selby!

    PVR
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so cute! :)

    Rosie Burzinski Breneman
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is how my son was asked to come back in after his dissertation. Gave me chills. His Dad and I don’t even have associates degrees.

    Mary Ballard-Johansson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is so great! The first time someone called me Doctor, I looked around for my dad.

    Susanne B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I completely understand how joyus it must be for you.

    Heather Church
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be an awesome job..to be able to deliver a person's dream and what they have faught for..good on you!!!

    Deron Newman
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! Loved hearing that for the first time

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    That’s why we should make some room for hope in our lives. Since optimism and happiness are contagious, surround yourself with cheerful news that can help you unwind from unfortunate events happening in your life.

    "There is no shortage of wholesome content online: adorable children, snuggly pets, recorded marriage proposals," Bowen told us. "But even these sweet contributions can become riddled with negativity." The professor pointed out that even when we instruct others, 'Never read the comments!', we promptly go to the comment section ourselves.

    "Positive, feel-good content certainly goes viral (looking at you, Tariq the Corn Kid!), and these viralities certainly take the edge off the bad news surrounding them, but these aren’t usually good deeds or acts of kindness motivated by someone’s goodness," she added. "It would be interesting to track the ways in which positive content inspires more positive content. We might be on to a great online revolution!"

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    Susie Elle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It never even occurred to me that the color of band-aids was supposed to be skin-tone (for white people at least), until I saw this. I jus thought they were beige, because beige? So silly.

    Bacon Bit
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It honestly never occurred to me either. I'm half Mexican and half white. Those pinky beige things look so pink on my very golden skin. I thought it was just cheaper to make them that color. I guess I thought that because cute ones with unicorns or dinosaurs are more expensive. The color is so far from my skin it never occurred to me to associate it with flesh coloring. Wow.

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    Autistic apricot
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait, there ment to match to your skin?

    Royal Stray
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think so but honestly they just really don't, just have fun a get one with patterns or something instead

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    Cynday Daves
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kitchen band aids...the good good ones .are blue so you can see them in food if they fall off, I figured that was the point of the shade they were (?) But this also is really awesome

    Kitten Dog Mom
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's about time band-aids are the right color for skin tone. But I still prefer the Ninja Turtles when I can find them. (I'm 61)

    SageHare37
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes! I think I demanded one even when I had no cut at around age 6 and wore it proudly. I need to see if I can still find the ninja turtle ones.

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    Lauren Wilder
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This! I never knew I needed this until I put it on. It was a bit awkward growing up having a bandaid that was boring but also highly visible due to the coloring. Now I don't have to worry about it.

    Bob Evans
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I only use hello kitty ones…makes it less painful if it looks cute 😅

    Jaya
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I prefer those too. But I can't blame a 45 year old man if he prefers skin colored ones.

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    Pieter LeGrande
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is great, unless you are in the food preparation where they use blue ones

    Stannous Flouride
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Years ago (the 70s, I think) Johnson & Johnson came out with a variety of skin-toned Band-Aids but they just didn't sell. But more recently they tried again and they have become very popular. I think it's in part because we have become more aware of the need for inclusion but mostly because images like this have gone viral. (btw- the photo above is from 2019) Screen-Sho...37-png.jpg Screen-Shot-2022-09-13-at-125114-PM-6320df5106337-png.jpg

    Wicked Moon216
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm so happy for him, but I didn't know they were supposed to match your skin either. I'm so white I'm clear, lol!!! But I used to be a hairdresser and when you cut yourself at work, no bandaid will stay on your hands with amount of water you work with. We always used crazy glue. It's the same as the "liquid bandaid" that you can buy, it's cheaper, and it works better than a bandaid!

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    Autistic apricot
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That sounds like a great birthday 🎂

    Stuki
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want that to be my birthday. Pizza and Minecraft. Has a ring to it.

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    Radha Gopinath Mandir
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God, in which part of the world are not broken limbs treated immediately???

    Artsy Bookworm
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not the number of people that matter. You just need to be with your favourite people

    Stephanie A Mutti
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great parenting! Great child being human!

    Cheyanne Pavan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That sounds wonderful! I've never heard of a broken arm not getting immediate surgery to repair it. Is this common where you're from?!!

    SillySparklyGirl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hi Cheyenne! I actually had a similar experience when I was in 4th grade (mannnnnnnny years ago lol). I was on a field trip and tripped, hitting my arm on a rock, breaking it about 2 inches above the wrist. I was taken to an urgent care center where they gave me a padded temporary cast and sling, and I didn't see the orthopedic doctor until the following Monday for a "real" cast. In certain cases, surgery isn't necessary, so I'm guessing that this kiddo was a similar situation. Hope that helps 💕

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    Michael Olsen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sorry you live in a 3rd world country where a doctor is not available for several days. But great move by the other mother to still have a great time for the boys

    Magpie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A doctor was available, at the emergency room. If you go in with a broken bone, unless the skin is broken or there is something that urgently needs surgery, you are put into a sling or temporary cast until you can see an orthopedic surgeon, usually within a few days. ER docs are there to treat life-threatening issues; everything else gets stabilized until you can see a specialist in that field. ER docs are great but I want a doctor who has years and years worth of experience setting broken bones. If not set correctly, you may need it rebroken or surgery to correct it. Our health care system sucks, but emergency rooms refusing to waste limited time and resources to completely treat a non-urgent problem that they aren't experts in isn't the reason our health care is garbage.

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    Julie Schulz
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like the usual birthday plan for my hubby and I except for the minecraft part. We usually get take out and a movie or two.

    Cathy Proctor
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Way to go Mom, protecting both of them in different ways.

    Misty Ball
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This touches my heart as my daughter is autistic as well. Awesome..just awesome

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    Chelsea Bates
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wait did they eventually go? As a kid I'd be happy for my mom but secretly sad for myself

    madbakes
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm sure they did; dad would know that his happiness for weeks would be based on giving the kids that trip

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    Nikki Sevven
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Last year, my brother and I drove up to Star Trek Tours in Ticonderoga. (They have the original sets from the show.) William Shatner was making a guest appearance for his 90th birthday. The turbo lift doors opened to reveal the bridge with Captain Kirk in the captain's chair...and I lost it. It was overwhelming. If you're a Trekkie and you can travel to upstate NY, I highly recommend the experience.

    PVR
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's really sweet!

    WonderWoman
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's the best kind of husband there is!

    LiuLiu
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    everyone should have someone who loves them this much

    Yay Pandas!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who does dad know and how can I get to know them?!

    Gabby M
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want to find someone who does those kind of things for me.

    Lisa Hall
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is true love. Made me tear up! So sweet!

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    Striving to include more happiness into our lives is important, but so is staying rounded and well-informed citizens. Because we may turn a blind eye to the darker side of the world — but that won't make it any brighter. In a bid to gather a broader perspective about the world, it is essential to try to balance out the content we consume.

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    The Idaho Potato
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel as if a fine under $1 shouldn't stop someone from checking out a book. Heck, my library has a $10 limit.

    Nathan Pogorzala
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My library system is a fine-less system to encourage and allow reading. I like that.

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    CaptainDinosaur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My local library recently did away with late fees all together, citing that it adversely effected lower income patrons. A small victory, but a good one.

    Amy S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My local library doesn't charge fees to younger children because realistically it's not usually a 5 year olds fault that the book is overdue and stopping them from reading because their parents didn't being them back on time is unfair.

    Keller22
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i remember living on such a tight budget that when I returned a library book that was overdue, I was horribly embarrassed to not have the money to pay the fine of about 30 cents, so I couldn't take out another book until it was paid. That was nearly 50 years ago.

    Staysafewarmdry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Many libraries have ended fines on books. They would rather lend, get the book back, and not have to keep track of the penalties. My late wife did accumulate over $1000 in fines at her college in the 70s. Funny thing was that Library Science was her minor.

    ItsJess
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Geeze, I can't imagine telling a kid they can't check out a book unless they cough up a quarter and four pennies. It seems so petty. I know libraries have rules, but it's not like the fine was $10

    Alexandria Tyme
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wonder if his parents know what a great kid they raised

    Rachel Mion
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would be so proud if that were my son!

    Thomas Mack
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why late fines are going away here. Anything that dissuades from reading needs to go.

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    tuzdayschild
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think Squishmallows owes this cat royalties

    socially inept idiot
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love their identical expressions of terror

    glowworm2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Faris is so cute! I love his eyes!

    Sameena Shaikh
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your Faris is so pretty 😍😍😍.... And of course squish too... looking like twins😜

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    Lorraine Woollands
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Part of the family and treated as such

    Raine Soo
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is just the best photo!

    XenoMurph
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Needs some writing on it: "The Buck Stops Here"

    Hey!
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny how the other two are just going around their day like nothing unusual is happening (edit rewrote properly).

    Della
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brother from another mother

    ihmis olento
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that dog in the top left looks exactly like mine

    Paul Neff
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cat with antlers... that litter box must be a doozy!

    Yoga Kitty
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just chilling with the boys...

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    "Like most of ours, my social media is a highly curated echo chamber," Bowen said. She deliberately surrounds her online presence with accounts that reflect her values. "But like everyone else, I’ll sneak over to 'the other side' to see what ideological shifts are happening 'over there."

    "This is a great approach to understand how others perceive the world around them, but it really only works if you choose to visit legitimate news sites that will offer up potentially controversial content in a journalistic, unbiased way." The professor encourages people in the States to explore US news from external perspectives and other countries. "Generally, these external sources offer content that isn’t tailored to one political 'base' or the other, offering instead a holistic approach to the bigger stories of the day."

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    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same.... and i'm at the office..... shhhhhhhh......

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    Jaya
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ooh that is a really dangerous game he's playing. Imagine if a lot of people who didn't know they're married but had met her sometime, start saying that he's better off without her and give reasons why they disliked her....

    Artsy Bookworm
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anyone else automatically think of "WE WERE ON A BREAK"😂😂

    B0n3z_B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LMAO I'm totally announcing my marriage like this

    Lori Kostro
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LMFAO. Mike has a good sense of humor! Love it

    GB
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I sometimes refer to my husband as my ex-boyfriend. 😁

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    glowworm2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think the great Dane loves their new friend!

    Stuki
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Or is suffocating it. Looks like he put it in a chokehold. Lol

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    Dina Anastasakos
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    l think the Great Dane thinks they got the puppy for him.

    Brocken Blue
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great Danes think everything is for them… And they are big enough that they often get their way 😂

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    Tom Hardeveld
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it's not your sister's puppy anymore, it is the Dane's

    best turtle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    brotherly love and totally not a choke hold for eating his treats

    PVR
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So cute. 💗💗💗

    Kelsie Marx
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would honestly love to own a Great Dane. One of the most gentlest dogs in the world. Looks like they are going to be buddies for life🥰!

    glowworm2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The only downside is that these dogs have a short lifespan. That’s usually the case with bigger dog breeds.

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    Jo Chrisco
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's precious. I once got my gsd a puppy of his own (or so my dog thought so).

    Deborah Harris
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dis my bebe now, thank you hooman 💖

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    Lem
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The world needs more parents like this 💕

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

    I can relate. I had identical twin boys, and all I hoped for was to bring them home, and not just plants (most twins end up in the hospital for a bit). I got to bring them home, and now they are a lovely transgender young lady, and a lovely non-binary person.

    Missi Boness
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly. This is how parenting should be. You're a parent to a human being. No labels.

    Wicked Moon216
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I want to upvote this SO many more times!!!

    Bored Birgit
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thankyou for being so wonderful.

    B0n3z_B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wish more than anything in the world that my parents were like that. You have no idea how amazing of a parent you are and how important what you're doing right now for your kid is.

    Stacy B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Your child is your child and nothing else should matter. I've always told my kids there's absolutely nothing you could do or say that would change my love for you. Nothing.

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    Still. your social network may affect your mental health and well-being, especially if you have a tendency to doomscroll. As Associate Professor Bowen stated, a new addiction is rising — addiction to social media and its inherent stressors. "Studies demonstrate that even though and even when people experience stress when using these platforms, their use doesn’t decrease; in fact, it ratchets up."

    In response to these feelings, hunt down all the feel-good stories and adorably cute pictures you can find. "It’s so important to take time off and away from social media, even if that means decreasing little by little over time. Make sure to practice online self-care, and a great start would be to actively seek out some of that wonderful smile-inspiring content that lets us vibe with happiness," Bowen concluded.

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    Tamra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Acts of kindness like this live on for a really long time. I still remember when a teacher bought me lunch when I was hungry once, and I'm 53 now. This is how we make a better world.

    ask
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We make the world better by electing governments that will work to ensure all kids never need lunch to be bought for them again.

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    BatPhace
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The problem is *some* shady parents will give the sob story to guilt trip people, anymore you can't tell who's legit and who's not and it's sad af

    XenoMurph
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's the kid who is hungry not the parent, give the kid a sandwich, he has enough to deal with at home

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    Anita Ledford
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are the best person on the internet today!

    Heather Church
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ur a gentleman and a scholar..u made that kids day..good on you!!!

    Mjolnir Stormbreaker
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for sharing this and for having a generous, loving heart. This made my day.

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    Colin Matthews
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My wife and I live in Australia where Christmas is extremely hot. When our daughter was small we would spray canned snow prints around gumboots and scratch skid marks in to the ground where Santa's sleigh had landed. We also left out empty sunblock bottles marked Reindeer approved.

    Nicola Mawson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My boot prints never came off the roof of the house. It was sold like that

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was a kid my Dad would set up little treasure hunts! You had to follow a series of clues until you found the treasure, which at least once was a lunchbox buried in the sandpit with some sweets inside. Fast forward to this year and here I am hiding decorated stones around the garden for my little nephew to find (the clues version can wait until he's old enough to read!)

    Tamra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww...I used to do that for my son. You brought back good memories.

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    Ottawa
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh memories. For Easter, when my daughter was young, I would tape arrows all over the house (floor, ceiling, walls, doors, windows) that she had to follow and find her chocolates. They were hidden everywhere, top to bottom. Why? Because bunnies hop and jump so the chocolates had to be on top of things or on the floor. She loves her little Easter hunt (my mom used to do this for me).

    Kathy Buchanan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This summer I bought a box of rock and bleached animal skulls at a rummage for 5.00 and then buried in my yard where I was going to transplant some Hostas. Invited my 5 yr old grandson over to help me in the garden. It was an awesome day seeing the excitement on his face…..of course he wants to dig up my whole yard now! The rocks went to my grand-daughter (9) who never saw a rock she didn’t want to keep! All for $5.00 totally worth it.

    Stargazer66
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Brilliant! Wish I had thought of something like that.

    BeBe Busby-Rhinehart
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Adventure! Who could resist!?! Your brilliant Mom stirred your soul!

    Heather Coble
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember finding big white rabbit "foot prints" leading from the door to my easter basket ...so it's real

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    PVR
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so so sweet! And that face!

    cathy hurd
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What's dumb about it? I have the stepstools my kids made in woodshop. My GRANDSON got married 3 days ago.

    Cheryl Ramsay
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beautiful rocking chair and your son obviously adores it! I'm 75 and still have two child's captain's chairs and a small table my grandfather made me when I was 5.

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    Jo Chrisco
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love is never ever dumb. I'm hoping that you post pics of your grandchild in that same chair.

    Yay Pandas!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That smile is so happy! and that baby is so cute!

    Stargazer66
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *sob* It's beautiful and so is your son.

    Cathy Proctor
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am happy for you so not dumb.. BTW you did a good job on making both of them!

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    xolitaire
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look how proud they are!

    Michael Fuhry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how mom is trying not to giggle her face off...and largely failing.

    Kelsie Marx
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This picture is simply adorable! The look on the parent’s faces says it all. Looks like it’s time for Autumn pictures🍁🍂!

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    Aniviel
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Enby = no binary for those wondering :)

    Queerios
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    such a pretty dress! and a pretty person! :)

    Lem
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww, they look incredible!!!

    Nick West
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That dress is perfect on you.

    KombatBunni
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am jealous of that dress! Such a beautiful colour and someone is looking absolutely amazing ❤️

    Lisa H
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think a nice updo with the hair would really set it off. Other than that, gorgeous!

    Philly Bob Squires
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My God, you look gorgeous! Slay!

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    Amy S
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When someone did this to my mother once she put my older brother on the phone, and his 8 year old self launched into monologue about transformers.

    Wicked Moon216
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She is the badass QUEEN!!! Can I adopt her as my mom??? (I'm 52 & need a good mom)

    Brazen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have a very young sounding voice and I'd always get calls asking if they could speak with my parents. I was like "sure, if you want to call their house then I guess you can." Usually met with laughter, an apology and it somehow always ended the call.

    Skylar Jaxx
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same. I even had this one lady calling about the lights said I can I speak to the person who pays the light bill I said speaking. She said no hunny I mean like ur parents get mommy or daddy. Like wtf lady I said pay the bills and I'm grown just for her to be a telemarketer

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    Robyn Ward
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    45 years old, was asked to "speak to my mummy"....

    Kitten Dog Mom
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Had one call and ask for "Martin" there was 5 named that in the house, after 10 minutes they just hung up.

    Jason Marin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I handle telemarketers in my own special way. I hang up on them.

    Raimei Ai
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was a super little kid, about 4 or so, we got a call from a telemarketer (mid 90's) and they asked for the man of the house. My response "Daddy's behind bars right now, can I take a message?" He then asked for the lady of the house, "She's with daddy. Can I take a message?" Is there an adult I can't speak to? "OFFICER! SOMEONE ON THE PHONE WANTS TO TALK TO AN ADULT!" The officer handled the call... Don't know what he said kuz I ran off to stay with my lil sis.

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    Autistic apricot
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You should love yourself ❤️

    Jo Chrisco
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Self love can sometimes be the hardest to find.

    Mintii Bunnii
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    im still working on my own self love i dont remember when i lost it ;-; i hope that kid never loses her own self love ♡

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    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always hated myself.... Only started now at age 49, divorced after a 10yr Toxic AF marriage.

    Mintii Bunnii
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    never too late for healing and self love! you deserve better

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    robin aldrich
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    a standing ovation for that kid!!!!👏👏👏

    Stargazer66
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is a smart little girl. We should all love ourselves.

    BeBe Busby-Rhinehart
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😭😭😭😭😭😭😭Right in the feels!

    Ruth Hempsey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's got love to spare, she'll be fine.

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    The Idaho Potato
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He at least deserves a plaque and an award, eh?

    Stephaniep
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Where he lives should create a scholarship in his name

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    Monica Michelle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People are better than their leaders

    JJM
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now that's the definition of a hero.

    Richard Henderson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably the most efficient college scholarship fund ever.

    B.Nelson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I remember this story! He didn't have any kids so he set up a scholarship for others. Here is the link to the story: https://www.cnn.com/2019/07/19/us/carpenter-funds-33-college-scholarships-trnd

    Gabby M
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What an incredible gift he gave.

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    FrillyDragon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure what a pineapple means here, but it's always nice to see dads doing hair stuff for their daughters!

    Me Oh My
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A pineapple is when they have the little pouf of hair on top, I think.

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    Danielle Slade
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A pineapple is when you gather all your curls at the top of your head like a super high ponytail. It’s a really cute hairstyle for curly heads ☺️

    S Mi
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should totally be higher. Hair pride for young Black children!

    Hey!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My husband took care of our daughter while I took care of the two boys. At school, her BFF would check her out and always thought her hair looked cool. Primary school.

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    Jo Chrisco
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My son was an amputee and constantly had to deal with parents. The kids were great. They were curious, kind, and compassionate. The moms, not so much.

    Michelle Davis
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's so awesome. She's raising that kid right.

    Mickipickie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've worked with disabled people since my kids were young and raised them to be open and caring towards those with special needs. And I always introduce my clients in public as "my friend." Normalization is the key!

    Amy Pontious
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have hearing aids and little kids always ask me so I tell them!

    Heather Church
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome, grew up with a disabled brother..people would always ask..mostly kids..and our of the parents that would allow..my brother always played with them..this warmed my heart

    Pam N Bob Siloti
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't love this enough! 45 and suddenly disabled. Mom pushing me in a w/c. Using leg brace & came to walk! I love questions! Beats starting, and even worse ignoring.

    Mary Bricklin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've read this one so many times. It never gets old 😻

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    Brenda Greene
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Damn onions....My grandfather passed away in June and he was my best friend. He had a picture of my daughters in his wallet when I went through it for my mom and saw the photo and just balled.

    LiuLiu
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    crying now

    Sarah Carlson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When my grandpa died in 2009, the only picture they found in his wallet was a small on of my sister when she was 2 and I was 5. He had multiple grandchildren all much older than us but that was the only picture.

    Ruth Hempsey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😢 I've been writing these kind of notes for the last 6 months. 😢

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    Staysafewarmdry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Secret Santas are the best. Especially when they do not need any credit for their deeds.

    Minath
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My friends and I use secret squirrels instead.

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    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    D*mn it... Onions.....

    Just Jeff
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I needed this thread today. Thanks BP!

    Marnie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, that's a great friend at work, but I don't see how it changes anything wrt the anniversary. The husband still needed reminding, right? (I personally don't care about anniversaries, but I understand many people do.)

    Pandasaur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that kind of coworker with a genuine heart.

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    cathy hurd
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably not the smartest move depending on why the kid was in the hospital. Diabetes, intestinal disorder?

    SillySparklyGirl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The grandpa had the candy, but the kiddo may have still had to wait to eat it. Grandpa knew why lil buddy was in the hospital, so he probably gave him the candy on the condition he wait until it was ok to eat it.

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    Hey!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ten years ago, my daughter made a list of stuff her children wouldn't be allowed to do at grandma's. She's now pregnant for the fist time; let's see how that list goes.

    Potty pagan panda
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Grandparents are allowed to do that :)

    Rebekah
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My Grandpa had "magic pockets" too.

    Sharon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At family gatherings at my grandparents place, they owned and lived at a corner store, my grandparents would invite all the kids in for a free treat. We got pick what we wanted. My family was the only one he charged for the candy. One man I was happy to go a funeral for.

    Yvonne Blau
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    orange fanta toffees? what are those, and where can I get some?

    Jennifer Norton
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    don't tell grandparents what they can do, they don't listen!

    Ruth Hempsey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aw, Grampa"s are wonderful.

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    Autistic apricot
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I do not last in a car with no snacks

    Mali Holdaway
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beef jerky . . .for some reason it tastes even better in the car watching the endless miles go by!!!

    October
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Totally! And everything should melt, crumble or at least be very sticky.

    Yay Pandas!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Totally correct! We used to visit my parents about 4 hours away (driving). There's a town right smack in the middle with a fantastic truck stop. We would always stop there and we'd let the kids pick out two candies to eat along the way. We still do it and the kids are in their twenties.

    ItsJess
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Beef jerky, combos (the cheese and cracker kind, not the pretzel kind), and sour patch kids.

    Shane Van Veghel
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Keebler Original Chips Deluxe and Pepsi!!!

    Mickipickie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nerds, beef jerky, chocolate, baby bell cheeses. Baby bells are essential because you have fun wax to play with when it's your turn to ride.

    Lazy Panda (she/her/hers)
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is a whole subset of snack foods that I only ever buy at truckstops. WhoTF buys Bugles anywhere else?

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    Joss
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why didn't you ask for his number?

    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Seems a lot of Ladies wait for us fellas to ask.... I go over with "Hello, may i give you my number ?" So they feel safe & can choose to call me or not...

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    Chrissyfox
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My own story is a bit like that. Boyfriend of a work associate left us together (she had her eye on someone else). Spent three hours just talking and doodling on napkins. Celebrated 40 years together last November.

    Jeanie F-L
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol my husband fell in love with me when I corrected him and his roommate at the time for both arguing about something they were both incorrect about. I guess my telling them they were wrong, telling them the facts, then just disengaging from their conversation was huge for him... he describes it as "my showing I'm truly intelligent and not just a pretty face". Lol

    BeBe Busby-Rhinehart
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sometimes you just have to let 'em have both barrels to make them realize an opportunity!💞💞💞

    Heather Church
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol..I married the milkman!!-- I work for a coffee company and married our delivery driver!!-- I hear ya .best decision I have ever made in my life!!-

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    Stephanie A Mutti
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Manners and courtesy never stopped a friendship from happening

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    Asexual nope rope
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When they say “delighted” it just makes it all more wholesome and adorable ❤️

    kath morgan
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who come into my shop sometimes make friends with each other and it really is great

    Rebekah
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is this how I make friends as an adult?

    MetaMom
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Random acts of kindness are more impactful than we know in the moment. Take Time to be Kind😘

    Psycho Cat
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was only a sneeze how did it end up like this :D

    Pandasaur
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and that was before COVID become a thing , right? lol

    Thomas Ewing
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Friendships aren't to be sneezed at!

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    Staysafewarmdry
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As a teacher, I tried very hard to be prof#2.

    Sammie 19
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me too. When I was a teacher I refused to give them homework because as far as I was concerned they had school 6-7 hours a day and they only got a few hours to themselves after school and they have other things to do that should never involve school. I remember that I had several hours of homework to do after school, leaving no time for anything else and I felt it was wrong and refused to give homework to my students. I suggested a book they could read if they had any time over but it was only a suggestion, not mandatory. They worked hard in class and did all their work in class. I also stayed behind in school so if anyone had been off sick they could catch up with my help and support. My students still had one of the highest grades in the district without homework. The others who had the same grades in the district had 4+ hours of homework each night. To me if you are a good and effective teacher then you can teach everything in class and homework isn't needed. They got enough

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    NJJenn1673
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mother died in my junior year of high school during spring break. Over the break, we were supposed to read Wuthering Heights and have a test on it our first day back. Of course, I didn't read it and the night before had a small panic attack (I was one of those nerds that was always prepared). The next day, I went to class early to let my teacher (who was one of the toughest in the school), that I hadn't read the book. She look at me and said "why did you thin I would be upset that you didn't read it? I didn't expect you to. I'm not giving you the test." She let me sit in the back and read whatever I wanted. I never forgot her for that. I still have never read Wuthering Heights.

    Vira
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It wasn't a great book, in my opinion. You didn't miss much. I'm glad your teacher has compassion.

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    cathy hurd
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    #1 must have been my first psych professor. My 18 month old daughter was in the hospital with pneumonia. He wouldn't let me take a make-up exam. In spite of him being such a douchebag I got a B in his class. I'll bet it killed him.

    Dan B.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Empathy is not hard, just stop thinking of yourself and start thinking of others. Good prof. #2 I'm so sorry about your mother btw, best wishes.

    Hey!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I asked my husband (he teaches at U.) and he said he would give 3 days unless it's the 3rd grandma.

    Vira
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't know how old this post is, but where I went to university, we had a student protection group. Basically you could go to them to discuss unfair treatment, and appeal for extensions, and extenuating circumstances. They would help mediate problems with professors. Many of those students also helped other students find free legal counsel, and housing assistance. It's weirdly not that well advertised, but I am pretty sure a lot of larger universities offer these services. I had a friend use the student advocates to receive an, "incomplete" instead of a failing grade, after she was deployed in the middle of a semester, so she was able to complete her classes. Note: in my experience, academic advisor are *not* the ones to ask for this kind of help. That's a different service.

    Ruth Hempsey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Big yes for Prof 2. Hope you're feeling okay.

    Joshua Moore
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cripes, when my mom passed, it took me roughly 3 weeks to get myself back together between making the arrangements, getting her financial stuff together and over to my place and trying to process just the entire realm of loss and grief and everything else, while trying to do all the normal everyday life stuff, work, kids, etc. SUCH fun times!!! 🙄😢

    Stargazer66
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Always be like prof #2. prof #2 rocks!

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    FrillyDragon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sounds like me and my husband! Best friends became romance and now we're almost a year into marriage! Known him for 5 years, still learn something new each day. We have conversations that last hours like the poster and they span all sorts of topics.

    Nicki
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have been married for almost 23 years and sometimes the hubs will start to tell a story that he has already told me, but I never say anything because I love the way he tells stories and I love just spending time chatting with him! 😊

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    Jo Chrisco
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hubby proposed after knowing me for 6 days. I excepted. Now 50 years later, we are inseparable.

    ZombieGirl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Marry your best friend! During rough patches (which can happen in every marriage) it's easier to work things out because no one wants to lose their best friend.

    Haley Futch
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Similar story, but slightly different. My fiance (boyfriend at the time) and I both never fell asleep. So we tried in between talking and jokes and ended up just getting up at 4:30 and driving to Krispy Kreme to be there at opening. Such a fun memory

    Mali Holdaway
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    About to hit our 26th anniversary . . . He still holds up his end of the conversation!!!

    Disco Hippie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In our house I wake up at night amd my husband continues sleeping 😂

    JustJim
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Married 40 years this Saturday. Went for a ride with son and his wife the other day and he wanted to know why the radio wasn't on when I started the car since we just drove to Texas from Missouri. My wife told him we'd rather talk to each other than to listen to music.

    Vanessa Priest
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes Yes Yes... Met a wonderful guy and we became friends. I even set him up on a date or two. We stayed friends for over a year or so and we both ended up breaking up with our others die to they cheated with each other. We became much closer friends and yes, we eventually became a couple. After 28 years together we finally got married. 2 years later he moved out to help his elderly parents. Mamy days I am sad amd lonely. BUT he is amd will always be my best friend. I will wait and he will come home one day for good. We talk everyday and see each other as often as we can, his parents can't travel, But whenever I am free to visit I do. After 30 plus years together, I am still very proud to call him my very best friend I have ever had in my life. Oh and he is 16 years older than I.

    J Moto
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My wife and I have been married for 18 years now with three awesome teenage sons. Got the nicest compliment from my mother in law. “You both still act like newly weds”. It IS nice when you marry your best friend!

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    MJ
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone just won a bet

    Jaya
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The story is so funny and wonderful as a whole. But what cracks me up the most, is that there's someone who thought hummingbirds don't have feet.

    ravn
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The most amazing revelation I recieved as an undergrad was that professors were also humans. "I can't find this article" "Well, they're at [university] call them up."

    Thomas Ewing
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The internet is full of eye-opening intellectual intelligentsia. I love it!

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    ThatHuskyStorm
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another fun fact about this! The spiders learn to recognize their frog so they don’t attack it. It’s a chemical thing with the frog that makes them realize which it’s their frog friend. Plus the froggo gets protection in exchange for helping keep its friends babies safe.

    Jenn C
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I keep dubia roaches to feed my lizard, and mini grain mites had infested their container. A tiny spider moved in, and is keeping the mites under control.

    Robert Trebor
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Full employment opportunity for tiny frogs.

    Jo Chrisco
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It would be cool if there were frog rescues so spiders could adopt.

    Blitzø
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why does this make me assume that some spiders are frog breeders lmao-

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    Victoria Anderson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If a spider cat bites you, one of the symptoms will involve your hand changing colors in a looping pattern. There is a gadget you can zap your hand with to fix it, but you have to zap when it's normal or your hand will turn into a meatball .

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    AtomKat
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And they’re actually watching the play! Can you imagine being an actor for good doggos, training for an important job?!?

    Izzy Curer
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Even untrained animals tend to watch screens when the frame rate is a closer match to their eye-scan rate. I wish more screens acknowledged this. Humans usually have no problem seeing in their frame-rate, but they have trouble seeing in ours. To them, it would look like the frame is constantly sliding, like when an old style film reel is starting up. No wonder they don't like to look at them.

    Kelsie Marx
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What? No pup-corn🤷‍♀️?

    Stacy B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Omg! So many lil noses to boop and kisses to be given. I'd be in heaven.

    Thomas Ewing
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Are you sure they aren't watching Lassie or Rin-Tin-Tin?

    Lenore Silvers
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My most favorite…bless their little/biggest hearts💜🐾

    Ele V
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Too much.. I wanna pet them all

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    Ele V
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahahahaaha what a legend!!

    Matt Smith
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You're much better about that then I would have been...

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    Chris Hooley
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww c**p. Who's slicing onions??

    ButterflyCatcher56
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the invisible ninjas. the invisible ninjas are slicing onions 😭

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    Joss
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are plenty of older gamers playing Stardew valley :) I'm 40 and my husband and I play it together. We've done several playthroughs but we still haven't done one supporting Joja Mart. Video games can be super great ways to bond with parents. I have many awesome memories of playing with my dad. He'd bring home single player games and I'd sneak in to watch and then we'd wind up playing a save together, two chairs pulled up to the desk, alternating who was watching/supporting and who was controlling our character.

    ItsJess
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm 45 and I absolutely love Stardew Valley.

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    wist_the_goblin (they/he)
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    awww! as a stardew valley player (who has had it for 2-3 months and has logged 100+ hours) this warms my cold little heart

    FrillyDragon
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This needs to be higher! Anyways good to hear stories like this!

    The Mom
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Awesome. My sons did this with their dad who lives 2 states away. I was surprised but it was a neat way for him to be involved.

    Sharon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People who put down video games but never played them... so glad you found the good in a game and that you and your son have happy times together

    SageHare37
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just got Stardew Valley last week as a gift from my husband. I've been struggling with some life stuff, and I'm amazed at how well this game relaxes me. Great game!

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

    Hell yeah 😎 🥰🥰🥰🥰😍😍

    Kathryn P. Schmitt
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ha, you're not the oldest one playing that game! my boyfriend beats you by 11 years!

    Alya
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This should be higher :') it made me tear up

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    Valerie G.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    now watch Short Circuit and Batteries not Included.

    Bridgit Gilmore
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My receptionist once told me (in front of her husband) that for the first 3 or 4 years they were married (in the 70's) she would rush home after work every night and cook dinner, which always included a dessert. And every night Jim would come in and they would sit down to their home meat and 3 veg and dessert. I don't remember how it came up but...Jim doesn't like sweets, he was just eating dessert because she had made it for him and he thought she loved baking.

    Sharon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    True love is so silly lol

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    Vivien Mader
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guys hear me out....a legendary golden penguin

    Cheryl Ramsay
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I thought they only came in black and white!

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    Robert Trebor
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always thought grass liked being walked on, like it was made for that purpose.

    Jess Baldo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was! And to be eaten and lived in by all kinds of creatures :)

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    ask
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And that smell of fresh cut grass you love? It's actually the grass releasing a kind of "scream" of warning that it's being cut. It's in pain.

    Kat
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine them screaming when you cut it... 😱

    Kat Bunker
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm allergic to it, it's happy to see me suffer

    potato
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    my mental health is not wanting-to-commit now!

    Dark Pearl
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    and then we decapitate it and sniff it's scream smell

    Jenna B.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's even better that Dr. Bethany has Fronds with Benefits ; )

    BeBe Busby-Rhinehart
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    .....OK.....who put 'shrooms in my coffee!?!🤣🤣🤣

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    PVR
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Can't stop laughing.

    Tom Hardeveld
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    so... does the burrito have a single sister?

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    Xenon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My cat used to love sitting on my lap and watching the puppy bowl.

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I stopped singing too. But I found my song again.

    Duncan Rogers
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    As i tell my kid whenever he complains that I act silly when I sing. I tell him "I don't sing because I am happy....I am happy because I sing" If you want to sing out sing out!!!!

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    AJ Conway
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can’t describe by happy feels

    Scarlett
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don’t remember what happy feels like

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    ItsYourTurn2ChangeTheLitterBox
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My little girl used to do that. Her nickname was "HAPPY!!" but u have to yell it. ❤️

    JF
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wasn't happy during that 10yr Toxic AF marriage ... Divorced last year, been HAPPY since

    Jeanie F-L
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol my 3yo likes to say happy, happy when she's happy or wants something that will make her happy.

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    The Cute Cat
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I am sure that all your office mate purposely not come to your invitation for him. Cheeky...

    Richard Henderson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I’m glad there’s a photo with this story this time.

    Artsy Bookworm
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not me listening to Fake Love while reading this😶 Adorable post❤️

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    MJ
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kid is going places

    trans.teen.trainwreck
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    that is so sick. ive always thought plague doctors looked so cool

    Theresa Carroll
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lol he's the plague doctor 🤣 this kid is awesome 😎👍

    Lord Rimuru
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He clearly understands the greatness of witch doctors

    Theresa Carroll
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    3 years ago

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    Aunt Riarch
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think I may have married him

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    Abby
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Scotland seems like such an underated country. all the pretty nature it has. Id so love to visit there one day. plus Donovan was born there, so double win for me. walking along the coast with "someone's singing" playing thru my earfones.

    Ele V
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No man ok enough.. Way too cute..

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    LoneTomato
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very sweet, but this is also a good reason to spay and neuter (unless you really want and can care for baby critters, and in that case go for it)

    Dina Anastasakos
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OR you could spay and neuter both cats to avoid having unwanted kittens.

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

    Kitten support. Now tell them they have joint custody, and have to find homes for half the kittens.

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    Dan B.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was a genuinely good person.

    Ellie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The world needs more people like Mr Rogers.

    Emma London
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love this story, it gets me every time.

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    Pumpkin Spice
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's hurtful to the dragons...I say "Never feel bad about raising politician slayers when there are actual politicians!"

    LiuLiu
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wow just wow

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    trans.teen.trainwreck
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i am a HUGE arachnophobe and one time there was a spider dangling like two inches from my head. I parked and ran out of my car. It decided to block my entrance. Some random guy came over and asked if i was ok. I said yeah theres just a spider and im scared of spiders. He killed the spider and went, have a nice day. Still think about it <3

    Tom Hardeveld
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    a hero to the girl and to the spider

    Xenon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Glad he did a catch and release.

    Lord Rimuru
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for him. He understands that every creature is sacred

    Izzy Curer
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Chic-fil-a is an American restaurant, pronounced like chick filet. Or chick fill uh, if you're hip.

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    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dayum..... Brain, you need to un-imagine, NOW !

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    Dan B.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Love and support, beautiful.

    Ele V
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did u guys came here to make us cry today???

    potato
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    something like this happened with me and my sis, she had covid and was lonely, we had google meets for the whole 2 weeks (this was 2020).

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    Aunt Riarch
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww bless them, and you doc doc

    Carolus Maxima
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The linguistic term for this is epizeuxis. It's done in AAVE allll the time (and many other languages, that's just the dialect here).

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    Katie Lutesinger
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Reminds me of when I was asked to care for two pet rats while their owner - a little girl - was on holiday. She kept fretting about whether they were okay, and when the parents let me know I started sending lots of pictures "here they are having some nice custard!" "now they're cuddled up in the hammock having a little sleep". Next time they family went on holiday, they came to me as their new regular rat-sitter. ^_^

    IsItNapTimeYet
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how the kitten is looking at him. Like yep, you are my grandpa!

    Furmama0501
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of my favorite petsitting jobs in my 10+ years is when I sat for my niece when they went to Disney World for Spring Break. I watched her stuffed bear Bandit. I treated Bandit like any of my other charges, except he went places with me. I would buckle him in my car and even brought him to my 8 to 5. I even sent my niece (to my sister) pictures like I send to my regular clients.

    wist_the_goblin (they/he)
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    dad: we're not getting a cat. family: *gets cat anyway* dad and the cat ^

    Jaya
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love that curious/puzzled look on the kitten's face.

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    JuJu
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Duracell bunny!!!!!

    Tamra
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That would be a fun wedding!

    Mary Bricklin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly, I love this. They got some very unique wedding pictures.

    Tara Moov
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I figured out the man with the beard wearing the box of Cheerios, blood, etc. is a "cereal killer." But what costume is the woman in the red shirt? Can anyone tell?

    Xenon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is great! 😁

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    xolitaire
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One can never have enough cows!

    XenoMurph
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have you ever had a stray cow upstairs in your bathroom? Happened to afriend of mine. one too many cows.

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    Pumpkin Spice
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here's how: Tell the son to switch to Creative Mode, then lead the cows out with a stack of wheat.

    Hawkeye Pierce
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG this is exactly my best friend and I!!! Except it was polar bears...and we were in college. 🤣

    Tom Hardeveld
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    *draws Diamond Sword* "Okay, just let me handle this son. *comes back 5 minutes later* "I think it is safe to say your brother will never fill your house with cows again. Now let's start up Minecraft and take a look at the house"

    Staysafewarmdry
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    MOO-ed swings are so hard to predict and deal with sometimes.

    RezFidel
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Let the 5year old do "social work" on minecraft. easy..

    JF
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With my 11yr it's Bees.............. That 5 yr Brother opened the Secret Cow Level of Diablo 2

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    The Idaho Potato
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Science says the rounder an animal is, the cuter it is perceived to be. Unless it's purposefully bred/fattened up to ridiculous standards.

    Rosemary Booth
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Rounder = Cuter? I must be positively adorable.

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    Pieter LeGrande
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also a sphere has minimum surface area for a given volume: so it's also minimising heat loss - important in a snowy environment.

    Lorraine Woollands
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So now I know, I am NOT a human, but a Bearded Reedling.

    Rosemary Booth
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like he's holding his breath.

    ravn
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Extemely round yes, but that face is totally "Do not f**k with me human".

    Xenon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think it has to do with babies, brings out the natural parental instinct. BTW, check out "if animals were round" on YouTube, the videos are hilarious!

    Richard Henderson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks more like a moustache than a beard to me. 🤷‍♂️

    Ele V
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    F**k I can't stop laughing with this one!!!!

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    Local foodie
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Screw fancy restaurants, this is the kinda date I want

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    xolitaire
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What... what is the instrumental version? I must know

    PVR
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've listened to both. VERY cool and hilarious.

    Abby
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG the farting in the background 😆

    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's farting in the background ?? *Downloading faster*

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    Ele V
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ahahahahaha too funny!!!!

    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Downloading Spotify to hear this

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    Jescia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one on the right just realized who they are going to call when they get into some stuff in a couple years!!

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    MissMePhoenix
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She sounds like a wonderful teacher and mother ❤

    Xenon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks great too!

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    Me Oh My
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well, you can't get rid of it now! It's the cat's chair!

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

    Plot twist: On collection day, the bin men don't take it. They can't. There's a cat on the chair, she owns it now.

    LadyManx
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sigh, every chair everywhere is a cat's chair, when we got new chairs, we had the cat sign for them. Too bad his job as human supervisor doesn't pay enough to pay for them. I don't know why Laz-y-Boy won't accept 2 laser pointers and a catnip mouse. Seems fair.

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    Bored Birgit
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. 10yo kids are more thoughtful than so many adults.

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    Emma London
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This reminds me of a story of a lady who ran a Sunday school for the neighboring kids, with the only purpose of giving the parents some naughty quality time.

    Aidan Pite
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When I was in grade one, I went to 'school' 2 days a week. It was just like 5 kids doing worksheets for a couple hours at one lady's house. We were all homeschooled so we were all always home, nowadays I'm convinced that she just had us over to give our parents a freakin' break.

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    Florida, but without the beach
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is amazing and op’s son is going to really appreciate this one day

    Adam Belaire
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    For everyone who does this including OP, please make sure you log in once in a while. E-mail accounts not logged in for a period of time (Gmail is two years) may be purged.

    OmBoyGanesh
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Same same. Before he came home, I’d gotten his Gmail, Outlook, Apple ID/iCloud accounts set up and began sending his documents and photos to the cloud. He even has a web browsing history & favorite sites list, because I would switch to his account for all internet places he was/is interested in. I even created Steam/PSN/XBOX/Switch accounts for him. Now that he’s 8, he uses these things and knows his unique address & username across all sites and platforms.

    JF
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did too for my child !

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    Omiyaru
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    all reactions should be level-headed as this

    DippityDooDerp
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not supremely NOLA thing. That's a Southern thing. Happens in Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi, Texas....all the southern states

    Amy Broderick
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once had a van rear end me while I was at a stop light. It was snowy and slippery. The guy was almost crying in apology. I just said no damage done, gave him back his license plate that fell off, bummed a smoke, and went to work. Never seen a grown man in such relief before.

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    Gemma jones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    LOL is that some bud in front of the cake?

    Aunt Riarch
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh dear I have led a sheltered life, I thought it doesn't look like a can of beer, and it would be blue anyway if it was Bud....

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    MetaMom
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That baggie of mini trees is the Kindest surprise gift 🎁 🎄

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    Bored Birgit
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my, that was kind of courageous. 😂

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another thing you can do is asking yourself: "Can I solve this problem right here and now?" Most of the time this type of overthinking happens during the night while lying in bed, so the answer has to be "no."

    Bored Birgit
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And you can put this problem away and out of your thoughts.

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    Tabitha Frost
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dang, get this girl some aloe.

    Theresa Carroll
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This would have been my dad... Except we didn't have cell phones growing up well my dad had a work phone but it was like a Nokia with the pullout antenna and stuff... but every morning when I got up to get ready for school my dad was already gone to go to work and there was a note on the coffee table every day and every time it was different but it always said hey Lil Lou and then would proceed like to tell me what chores to do and or he would tell me hey guess what...I love you!! and he would always have these crazy smiley faces my dad was an amazing artist and it was always signed love Daddy'O we would leave each other notes on the coffee table all the time that was our form of texting.. God I miss you Dad 🥺 I miss my dad yelling for me and he would yell like he was mad at me or I was in trouble he would be like Theresa Louise get your butt in here now so I'd be thinking like what did I do.. but every single time I'd walk into the living room and my dad would be like I love you!!

    Yoga Kitty
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing wholesome about this, in my opinion? Just adding some bullying to the punishment for good measure...

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    xolitaire
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is no shark in this picture, fake news

    Anaïs Grobin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wobbegongs/carpet sharks are scary as all hell. They aren't vicious or bloodthirsty, but they bite hard when you go near em

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    Kallen Kneeland
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also known as Carpet Sharks; I'm 64 and TIL these things exist - what a great day!

    AW
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Today I learnt the wobbegong shark looks totally different to the goosefish wobbegong-...f091cb.jpg wobbegong-63207b4f091cb.jpg

    Persephone
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a Muppet that was run over by a semi

    FrillyDragon
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a name and what a goofy looking shark!

    Adam L
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Marjory the Trash Heap from Fraggle Rock?

    My O My
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Look how happy he is to have found such a good hiding spot

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