We can’t help but have a chuckle at the expense of someone else from time to time. It’s an innate reaction within us, as when we’re faced with something both funny and sad, we lean towards the funny and laugh.
This list proves that idea, as it’s full of pics that somehow manage to be hilarious and sad all at once.
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Well, they tried.
The backstory here was explained by the uploader as, “That time my daughter got her face painted (by an actual adult) at summer camp. She was very offended that I couldn’t tell she was ‘Elsa from [ Frozen ]’.”
“It takes a lot of effort to make a mannequin look like a douchebag, but there you have it.”
This is somehow the opposite of advertising. Mannequins are supposed to make me want those clothes, but if they’re going to make me look like that much of a tool, I’ll pass. Do you have outfits that would repel these types of men?
“I think my tomato plant is trying to tell me something.”
Something about this tomato reads ‘haunted’. Maybe it’s the undeniable face of anguish it’s got goin’ on. Is your house built on one of those ancient burial grounds you keep hearing about in horror movies?
Paying respects.
A sad tale told by the person whose gnome this was, “One of my garden gnomes sadly passed away this year. So with the help of my crafty neighbour, we are holding a funeral service in his honour for the rest of summer.”
“Made cake toppers for my wedding and forgot to check the oven’s temp before putting my fiancée in…”
Congratulations to the happy couple! You know, I never thought I’d live to see the day where a man could happily marry his indescribable, eldritch-horror monster wife, but I’m glad I could.
Have fun on your honeymoon you two, don’t corrupt the earth of any small towns while you’re away!
“The card I got my dad for his 69th birthday, he loved it.”
After that many birthdays, you’ve seen the same happy birthday wishes and celebratory sentiment over and over again. It’s about time he got to see something refreshing, one that’ll make this birthday stand out in his memory, so good on you!
“Nailed it.”
The skilled chef who made the version on the right explained what the origins of this beast were, “It was for a Harry Potter finale party we did with our kiddos. Was supposed to be a stuffed snake pizza. […] It was tasty though.”
“As seen in LA today.”
Someone has had it up to here with being in things together. They just want to be left alone now. They’re no longer being helpful, but they’re not being antagonistic either. Just off to the side, neutral as can be, by themselves.
“This sign.”
They need to keep a tally of all the people who come in because they’re lonely. Once they have enough, they can group them all together and look, they have a whole bunch of new friends and aren’t lonely anymore!
“Decisions were made.”
The fact that milk is what was swapped out here is so bizarre and funny to me. Was milk really the only sacrifice you could make? Will you be replacing your morning coffee with beer instead for a while?
“Bought this last night at Dollar General. Didn’t notice until this morning what was wrong with it .”
Ah, the ancient tome of magig. Inside is centuries’ worth of sppels and rituats suitable for any powerful wizarb.
The poor skeleton looks like he knows what a terrible product he’s a part of. The anguish in his eye sockets is clear as day.
“Homework question response from a 7-8 year old.”
People are always saying that honesty is the best policy, which this kid has taken to heart. I hate to be the one to break it to you bud, but things will not get any clearer from here. If anything, they only get more confusing.
“Employee of the Month.”
Of course he is, look at that form. Eyes up, alert, making sure no customers are in danger. He has his hi-vis vest on, his limbs inside the vehicle, his mask on, he’s a stand up employee! Well, a sit down employee, he doesn’t stand on the floor cleaner.
“Cool Prius!”
Prius owners are either the most self-aware car owners, like this person here who knows how Priuses are seen, or they’re completely oblivious. They think they are the world’s most interesting people, a blessing to be around when they’re really just pretentious.
“My wife says my sandwich looks sad.”
It does. She’s right. I’m as much of a fan of those processed ham squares as the next guy, but you have to do better. At least allow yourself multiple slices. Make it a real treat to bite into. This just looks weak.
“This made me chuckle.”
Planting this at a gas station was a questionable choice. It feels like a hostile environment already, but pair that with it receiving no water because it’s under the canopy, and who would have ever expected this to live?
“Sad I’m so white. Happy I’ve got a bit of a tan.”
A tan? Is that what you want to call that? Last I checked, tans weren’t red and painful-looking, but I’ve never had one, so maybe I’m wrong here.
The head is really getting me though. Was he just wearing a swim cap all day for fun?
“Always a great way to start the day!!”
This is the moment where you call in sick to work and go right back to bed. Sure it might not get any worse from there, but what if it did, wouldn’t you want to avoid that chance by retiring from the day before it even starts?
“Money well spent.”
Friends who would pull this type of thing are probably the best friends to have in this situation. Able to poke fun and make sure you’re not too in the dumps about it, as well as encouraging and pushing you to get back out there!
“I think my attempt at growing tomatoes turn out rather well.”
Whoa, no need to show off now! What do you plan to do with such bountiful harvest? You could have pasta sauce stocked up for years, or salsa, whatever your gardener’s heart desires! Maybe leave some for the rest of us next year.
“Not raised well enough apparently.”
I know plenty of people who’d argue that cheating is so far from being southern raised that they’d be ashamed of this man for claiming that! Given that the south is supposed to be about hospitality, I’m inclined to agree.
“[…] Just glad they put up a sign… I would have NEVER known!”
Hey, it’s only a little dented, it could still be working! As long as the screen lights up, the buttons work, and it dispenses money, it’s in perfect working order.
“My three year old bit the tip off of a ‘baby carrot.’ On the upside, he is well hydrated now.”
Tell me, parents, would the screaming that would ensue after this be too unbearable, or would the comedy of the situation make up for it? Is it only worth it if you capture it on video to embarrass your child with in the future?
“There’s a comedian in the neighbourhood.”
Hey, for all you know, this person is genuinely missing their cherished Roomba! Like pets, they can become beloved family members, and it’s a stressful experience should they ever go missing. Hopefully, it returned home safe and sound and is back to cleaning floors.
“That’s not a 26.2 sticker.”
Hey, at least you tried! That’s more than most of us could ever say, including me. I’d be sporting a sticker that has 0.0 on it and says something like, “Didn’t even get off the couch.”
“My best friend’s ‘Not Engagment’ announcements I just got in the mail.”
Not only is the card itself pretty funny, but the fact that they evidently paid for a whole not-engagement photoshoot just for it makes it even funnier.
I really hope this was done as a way to get people who were pressuring them off their backs.
“He wasn’t thrilled when we got home and realized walks were off the table.”
Walks for you might be off, but if your puppy gets strong enough, he can run to his heart’s content with you behind the lead, and he can pull you along like a sled dog.
“My local McDonald’s is hiring I think.”
The urgency makes it seem like if you walk in and express any interest they’ll immediately hand you a uniform and welcome you to the team. Here’s hoping you didn’t have any other plans, you just got put on an eight-hour shift!
“Sorry Quay.”
Papa John’s is clearly having the opposite problem of McDonald’s, they have too many people and have to cut a few loose!
I imagine Quay did something pretty bad to warrant this type of public shaming, though. Or maybe no one wanted to break the news to him in person.
“My uncle has this hanging at his door.”
You’ll never find out which you are, and questioning it in your mind will haunt you for years and years to come. This sign is the perfect method of psychologically tormenting every guest you have over, even the ones you like.
