It can be refreshing to see things that we relate to in our day-to-day life, as it can make us feel connected to the world around us. However, sometimes it can be a bit of a bummer to see something you relate to a little too much!
From employees having to wear ridiculous outfits to hilariously out-of-the-blue reminders of the futility of New Year’s resolutions, here are 18+ moments that we all, sadly, relate to.
A Brutal Birthday Card…
Another important part of adult life is understanding that it is spelled “psych,” not “sike.”
“Parenting.”
Nothing will stop that kid from invading the parent’s pen of solitude if they really want! Babies can get anywhere if they set their screaming minds to it.
“If you’ve ever felt like your job is useless, just remember these security guards are working crowd control for cardboard cutouts.”
I mean, say what you will about them, but they did manage to keep the crowd under control!
“Sorry folks, forgot my mask…”
Well, they either forgot their mask or the pilot couldn’t remember if they’d turned the straighteners off at home.
“Your feelings are wrong.”
“Hi, you are a valued employee, please let us know if you need anything!”
“Great, I was just wondering…”
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“Oh, you’re actually going to take us up on that? Ew…”
“He didn’t appreciate the note…”
It is kind of sweet that UPS have been training all of their staff to not hurt doors. At least someone is looking out for the welfare of doors!
Appropriate Work Attire!
Why buy a hat when you can get yourself a cabbage leaf? I bet this cabbage leaf also has a better spf than any sunscreens out there!
“A lovely note. Happened to me once, so I can relate.”
Now, I am quite a calm person and I think that this is a little too extreme because…ah, no, who am I kidding, I would have snapped faster and harder than Liam Gallagher whenever someone points out that Noel’s solo music is better.
“I feel you, buddy.”
I can imagine this person’s partner pulling out a binder full of information and just saying, “Right, while we’ve got some time to kill, let’s get this all sorted out. So, on February 13, 1992…”
The Struggle Of All Pet Owners…
Apparently beagles love to climb, but I have no way to know if this is true. One person added, “My wife [always] assumed Snoopy sleeping on top of his dog house was some kind of comic trope, and [was] completely blown away by my dog and his tendency to sleep on the highest perch he could find.”
The Fall From Grace
Hey, there is nothing wrong with caving and getting a mini van…right? Guys? Guys?!
“My daughter gave my son a signed picture of herself for Christmas.”
I think that most of my family would be very happy to get a signed picture of me…again.
People’s Resolutions Are Already Crumbling…
There could be some people whose New Year’s resolution was to eat more fast food…and would that really be such a bad thing? Well, yes, but it would also be easy!
Singles… Unite!
This strikes me as the sort of joke that someone makes who is pretending to be “fine” with their current relationship status through their humor but is dying behind the smile.
“De-motivational pens…”
If you’re not demotivated enough by general life and need to be emotionally abused by your stationery then you’re not doing pandemic life properly.
“Went to this restaurant today. I appreciated their honesty.”
As someone who constantly feels like I get the worst table at a restaurant, I would very much appreciate this 10% discount to be applied to all of my meals.
“My wife didn’t appreciate my fridge magnet poem.”
I hate it when you put a lot of work into something super duper romantic, only for the person it is for to get hung up on one tiny bit that they don’t like!
“Since being on pain medicine my dog has found a new appreciation for art. He stared at this for almost 20 min.”
Having to find ways to imagine that you are traveling was quite the staple of 2020 for a lot of people…much like this dog.
“When the exam is too tough…”
If you’re not taking tissues for crying into an exam hall then there is something wrong with you, that’s day one exam prep stuff!
“Went to the dentist to make the last payment on $12,000 of work done. This is the toilet paper in his office restroom.”
Well, they’re helping you to keep your mouth in the best possible condition, not your backside.
