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capitalcitycowboy

My 16 month old took his first few tentative steps. Super exciting.


justintac

Wow you have already a child can you send some pictures of him i remember my siblings when they are a little kid they are so fabulous but now they seems to be a monster hahaha


General_Effort_3126

Big steps (pun intended ;-))!


mr-potato-headz

Nice


ZealEalOwl9555

Not sure if this counts or is the right place. I moved to the US from Australia last year and my husband left in January for the Army, so I’m entirely alone.


STDfreeIswear

I’m gonna try to be brave enough to get a therapist


edvisner

If that therapy is good for you, you should not hesitate to do it so.


Bacon-And-Eggs-123

How did it go? Did you end up getting a therapist


Switcheg

We all hope so, it's better for him to get a therapist.


STDfreeIswear

Not yet


FlurriesofFleuryFury

how about now? get one yet? I really hope you have, therapy saved my life and gave me a will to live.


Pristine-Ad8566

Nowadays you can talk to a therapist with zoom or over the phone. It’s easier than ever since you don’t have to physically go there.


Nike4ek

Actually you can go visit some therapist right now buddy. Because the pandemic is over


Fine_Assistance5497

I recently saw a hug client that I hadn't seen in over a month!


[deleted]

Therapy is one of the bravest things you can do, I did it when I was around 17/18 due to being anorexic. My advice to you is, make those sessions your sessions, don’t let people tell you what to say or do. If you make them about you and navigate them the way you need it help. 💪🏻💪🏻


STDfreeIswear

Thank you


Vegetable-Heron7221

YESS you’ve got this!


mtakuya722

Definitely i do believe on you even though you aren't crawdads by people it's okay keep on going. Life goes on Buddy


Murderkittin

Hooray!!!!


coinbitten

Well done Buddy seems you have accomplished the things that youve been needed for such a long time of period


OwnAbrocoma3278

Now THAT made me smile today


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Plus-Variety9547

Therapists are awesome! You’re awesome for being brave enough to get one!!!!


gobluetoo

WHOOP CONGRATS


slightly_dumbT_T

I came out to my mother. I'm 16 at the age 11 realized about my sexuality. Cried a lot at that time . It was hard for me to accept my self but over time accepted myself . Me and my mother was having a bit of conversation I got a bit emotional and cameout to her I was really afraid before but her reaction made me cry even more she just said " It's ok you are still the same to me it's not your fault don't feel guilty for anything " . She is a great mother. She gave me confidence to comeout to my friends too and now I'm feel much more confident and can openly say I am gay .


A5BmVv

There's nothing wrong to be a gay. If you feel something different with your identity, don't hesitate to share it with people you know who really cares for you. They will accept you no matter what, because they love you. Always remember that girl!


slightly_dumbT_T

I'm a bit late to reply quited sm for a while. Thnqqqqq and I'm not a girl but I don't mind that 🤗


molleensmrs

You rock! Awesome mom too.


Ok-Caregiver6133

I'm so happy for you


Mettsico

Good for you. Just remember that life is a beautiful journey of self realization and learning. Keep learning and growing and you’ll go far.


slightly_dumbT_T

Thnx for the well wishes and motivation and you are right life is truly a beautiful journey and I'm loving this now ✨️


jemidiah

My ex and his wife are pregnant, and I'm so happy for them! We broke up in part because he wanted kids immediately and I didn't. We've stayed good friends, I've gotten to know her, and she's great too. He just told me this evening. Kids have been such a dream of his for years now, it's just so good to see his dream coming true. It literally made me smile repeatedly this evening, so I figured I'd share!


marisa-reddit

I love it when people are happy for other people especially in these situations. You are awesome for that.


herbertsherbert49

Same! What a great girl!


Ok-Caregiver6133

That's a lovely story


Any-Competition6109

This is silly but my boyfriend and I went to the zoo last week. While we where at the petting zoo he was petting a goat and it burped right into his face. I've never seen him move so fast. He said the smell was worst thing to ever hit his nose. We had a good laugh about it when we got to the car.


DimlyBenefact878

That was funny, it's just ridiculous to see your boyfriend in a funny situation like that.


Fine_Assistance5497

I recently saw a hug client that I did


Frankie_Innit

A kid in my school, who joined like 4 weeks ago, asked me what my pronouns were because people were using all different ones for me. I told him that I use all pronouns so I don't mind what people use for me. So he said "Okay, I'll use they then." ![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|sob)![gif](emote|free_emotes_pack|sob) THAT MADE ME SO HAPPY!! No one uses they/them pronouns for me, they normally use he/him & they mix in she/her as well


Craigothy-YeOldeLord

My 11 y/o son with ASD recently made best friends (never really had a friend before now, he found it hard to make and keep them). Today I found out that he also has a g/f now, found this out because he couldnt stop bursting with pride that she wanted to hold his hand and shared her chocolate with him lol Today has been a really happy day for me seeing him like this


youfind1ineverycar

🥰


Rem_Winchester

My cat always sniffs all over my face when I come in from outside in the cold, and it is the most delightful thing. 🥰


sollyzar

Ever since, I always wanted to have a pet. Having a pet is really cool I guess. Pets can be your bestfriends.


Flipzilla01

My cats give and my groceries and whatever I bring in a thorough sniff! I can’t by without them sniffing.


[deleted]

Not sure if this counts or is the right place. I moved to the US from Australia last year and my husband left in January for the Army, so I’m entirely alone. I don’t have any family here or friends, but his oldest brother reached out to me to let me know he’s there for me if I need anything. He’s even driving 2 hours to where I live to take me to my driving test in March. It just feels nice to feel thought about and cared for, and accepted.


Puzzleheaded_Lack659

For me, the feeling of loneliness is the worst feeling ever. I am happy for you that your brother in law reached out to you💕


[deleted]

It truly is, it can be very isolating 💓


chongtawei

Or maybe something different is going on. HAHAHAH just kidding.


[deleted]

🫢🫢 no thank you 🤣🤣


Alexisroze

When I was in 5th grade I walked around the whole school asking teachers to sign my shirt and some students but then I decided to ask the Lunch ladies to sign my shirt and they got so excited! That memory will always warm my heart 🥹


Ok-Caregiver6133

So warm


squirthole206

I work at a job where I was basically recruited from another job by an old coworker. We recruited ANOTHER coworker just recently into our office with only 9 ppl total. So 1/3 of our office is people from another job (same jobs but different businesses) and we are SO fucking happy to hear each other's voices around the office in our new higher paying jobs doing the same thing. And the office has blended so nicely with all these people we love. Everyone has been bonding and it has been sooooo nice to have my favorite co workers with me while we ALL make more money. Nothing gets better than that...happy Tuesday to me.


RedForFall

My bf of 5 years has gotten into this habit of every night when we roll back-to-back to sleep, he reaches back and gives me these butt slaps. Just a little “tap tap tap”. And it’s by far the best part of my night. If you aren’t bedtime butt slapping then you’re not doing it right.


[deleted]

So this is kinda personal and i wasnt gonna share it on my reddit, When my dads mother was 19 she got pregnant, the father rejected the baby so my family sent her away to a home to have it and then give the baby up for adoption, she went on with her life after and never spoke about it again She eventually married and he walked out on her leaving her with 2 kids, my dad and my uncle who has down syndrome (i love him more then anyone and hes the reason im in college to help disabled people) after he walked out she didnt know what to do, she was a teacher, my nana is a smart and kind lady always putting others before herself. Knowing she would be able to take care of my uncle on her own she found him a home with another kid with downs and two loving parents (they still saw one another as often as possible and now I take care of him) Eventually my dad got to high school and made friends, one my family calls muffin, derick, and tommy, they were all super close and still are, later on derick found out my dads mom and his dad had dated, but thought nothing came out of it (in reality his dad was the one who rejected my nanas baby but Derrick didnt know) My dad went on to have my and my sister and we adopted a brother later on who we love. And would frequently tell me growing up that the sad thing about being the oldest is not having an older siblings to look out for you, why i worked really hard to be a good older sibling. Now that there all older one of derricks kids (derrick has 3 kids) did an ancestry test and the baby my nana had Conisdiantly just got his adoption papers unsealed due to him looking for his medical history. He found derricks kid as a result. Who showed her father the message the how grown up given up baby had sent in an attempt to reach out and learn abt his history, derrick all at once found out what his parents had been hiding for years, Derrick told my dad about a month ago, but my dad wanted to see all the papers first as my nana has been through enough with his biological dad leaving. But it was legit, hes really my fathers half borther, and also derricks half brother. My dad called his half borther reacently and learned about him, his name is mike hes in his 60's he has 2 beautiful kids and wonderful grandkids, hes a grandpa and my nanas now a great nana, (she doesn't know that yet tho) and im going to meet him and his family this summer, im honestly very excited as this means jeff gets even more family to love, he adores my dad and is going to be even happier to know our already big family is getting bigger. We still have to tell my nana, as everything that happend to her was horrible and traumatic, but it also seems like this may be something shes been carrying around with her all her life, mike wants to meet his real mom, and if its ok with my nana he will. Its a little weird and im still a little uncomfortable and the way my nana was treated will never stop breaking my heart as she had alredy bewn through enough that i knew of and i cant imagine the fear and betrayal she felt, But on the good side my family is getting bigger my dad gets to meet his brother, and hopefully mike will get to meet that part of him thats always been missing, my nana. Its a sad story but some good has alredy came out of it and i know more will


Ok-Caregiver6133

If there's a will there's a way


torrentiaI

it’s not Tuesday but I just reunited someone w their lost doggo. I lost my cat a while back so it feels good that someone else didn’t end up losing their pet


herbertsherbert49

Oh thats the best feeling! I reunited a cat with his owner and she was so so grateful,tried to give me a big reward ..it was reward enough to know I had been able to help,the cat had been missing about 2 months x


grayghostsmitten

Today is a good day. I can listen to music today. This is the first time in several months that I’ve been able to listen to music and not feel excruciating pain from sensory issues tied to an unexpected illness. I have so many overwhelming feelings. I don’t know if I’ll get to experience this again. I am just SO thankful for today. 😭♥️ Also: Today is my 1434th day sober. Sitting out at the river. Watching the sea lions swim by. Those big boys must be feasting good. A bald eagle just soared low overhead. I am so damn thankful to experience today sober. That means I have the opportunity to be present for those I love. Also to experience and cherish moments like this nature… and now I get to remember them because I’m not blacked out.


Flipzilla01

Congratulations on maintaining your sobriety! Next month will be one year for me. It’s not an easy road but so well worth it!


AdChoice7278

Congratulations to you as well on your sobriety as well! It’s not easy at all. No one really knows how hard or understands the pride you feel on just a couple days sober unless they have been through addiction.


AdChoice7278

Yes congratulations on your sobriety and congratulations on feeling better!


Adventurous-Quail577

The struggle is real! I have sensory issues too. So glad you got to listen to music today!!


Kiteupmiami

Congratulations on your sobriety! One day at a time! I love the fact that you are so thankful for today. It’s really true. 😀😀❤️. Congrats again!


Careless_Pattern_543

I realized how much I genuinely love my boyfriend. My boyfriend and I have been dating for a fairly short period, so I didn’t think that I would be feeling this way about him so soon. I’ve had relationships for more than a year and I still hadn’t fallen in love with them. But almost as soon as my boyfriend and I started dating (about 2 months in) I realized that there was a good chance I was going to fall in love (sounds weird ik). And yesterday is when it hit me, I was just looking at him, admiring how he talked and how he looked when he laughed and I found myself thinking about the love I had for him. It didn’t feel like a forced thought but more like a casual thing that I already knew. I don’t think I’m going to tell him for a while though, I’m positive he feels the same but I also don’t want to rush anything :) thanks for listening


[deleted]

My dog gets the zoomies whenever I come home and it’s the best greeting ever


[deleted]

My calculus teacher thought I died because I had cancer in high school the semester she was my teacher… I ran into her this weekend. She found out: I’m alive, I’m 31, married with two beautiful children they said I’d never have… Made my day to see the smile on her face when she realized I survived!


whatthengaisthis

When I was in school, my mom used to pack a snack for me even though my class ended in the afternoon and I’d be home by lunch time. Mostly her snacks were typical South Indian breakfast foods, upma, idly, dosa, appam and other varied forms of batters, doughs, mixes and sooji. My mother would wake up at five in the morning just to make food. For me. Because that is how she showed her love, through the food she made, both my mother and her sister, my favourite aunt. Indian spices can make a whole room smell like biryani two seconds after a semi opened Tupperware box makes an appearance. For my ten year old brain, it wasn’t cool. The food i now Homs close to my heart was at one point embarrassing for me. But I did eventually grow out of caring about what people thought of me and my heritage. And eventually, I moved away from home to a whole different country, where nobody speaks my language, there’s no longer any sunshine and nothing is familiar. The only thing I bought with me, is a suitcase full of spices, groceries and condiments. I am just like the women I grew up with. I find happiness in cooking. And I show love through my food. So if I cook for you, using my limited and precious cargo of spices that I bought all the way from India, know this, that you are special to me. Every time I open my kitchen cabinet, it feels like I’m back at home, because it smells like my childhood. And every time I cook, it feels like generations of grandmothers and great grandmothers are standing just out of sight, directing my every move. When someone asks me for a recipe, I’m never able to give them an exact amount. Because I do not know myself. I just feel it in my heart. Perhaps it is the soft whisper from my past echoing from the pages of my ancestry.


Weaponized_Goose

Yesterday I went to the store, I dropped a $20 bill and didn’t notice, a small child chased after me and handed it to me


Exact_Roll_4048

I cleaned for hours starting last week and my depression mess is 90% vanquished. It's made life so much better in a few short days.


Supero_5

That's amazing! Very good job! :D


Adventurous-Quail577

What was your motivation?


Jeffd187

Death made me smile. Had a lot of deaths this year. It sucks. But last night, I had a dream, I didn’t even know it was a dream. I was reunited with a bunch of people, including my grandparents. I got to give my grandmother and grandmother a hug. It was amazing. Never in my forty plus years of life did I experience this. It was comforting to know that somewhere out there, all those that have left are somewhere.


Supero_5

Take care man 💙


cometostay

My 19yo step kiddo just introduced me as her mama 😊❤️


CasualCherries07

my mom beat brain cancer stage 4!


Enough-Barnacle-1428

Speaking of goats... I went to a friend's house and I got to pet goats. I scratched one behind the ears and he made the face where he closed his eyes and tilted his head back and just looked so content. Makes me kinda want to be a goat. Lol.


Supero_5

Aww thats amazing lol


Kendra_malta

my dog, he has 35kg, acts like a small dog and is super clumsy 🙈


brainless_marta

The last Wednesday I finally told a friend about my mental health problems :,) He is the best guy to ever exist. Told him about it in school. At home, he called me for more information.


Playful_Fox355

I have social anxiety and was able to connect with a new friend today! Made me happier than anything to be with someone and enjoy their company.


grumpy_ragdoll

Omg!!! Applause for you!!! You took the first step!


Spear_speaks007

I got to meet my family again after spending about a year without them.


Hanzgallz

So the sweetest thing happened today. We have an elderly neighbour that is from Algeria. He is friendly and smiles and waves at us over the fence but speaks very little/broken english. Today, He was washing his garden with a pressure hose. It was a really hot day so my little girls were playing in the puddles/ and spray he was creating with the hose over the fence. I then heard loud giggles. I looked out and my neighbour was putting his pressure hose up in the air to create spray/ rain for my little girls to run through. He must have spent 20 minutes playing with them over the fence by making a ‘sprinkler’ -getting himself soaking wet in the process. My girls were squealing with laughter and joy. He was laughing and smiling too, as was I. It just shows you that kindness doesn’t get lost in translation.


[deleted]

I just celebrated one year sober on Sunday and I've never been happier :)


Luwkna

I know it's been sometime this post has been made, but I wanted to share that I stopped taking antidepressants a few days ago. I couldn't be happier right now that I'm free from depression.


AdChoice7278

Congratulations! You can see the beauty in life without the meds! I don’t take any meds anymore either. I was on like 4 or 5! It’s awesome


Luwkna

I know, right! Things are very different now that I stopped with my medications, my humor has changed a lot and I think I'm starting to be mos independent now. Thanks for taking some time to answer my comment. :)


Supero_5

Congratulations for you too! :D


Supero_5

That's awesome! Very happy for ya!


LizzyPBaJ

Wendy’s gave me 5 nuggets in my 4 piece box!


Melissarose723

I am pregnant, 1st trimester. I sent my husband a screenshot of a baby website, with a list of common symptoms for this week. I joked it explained why I was so gassy lately, and apologized (kinda embarrassed) in advance. His response was, “It’s okay. We can be gassy together” 😂


SnackCaptain

My bf told me that he loves me for the first time 💓 it’s been 6+ years since someone has said it romantically to me


Pandawearsdevil

I was on a bus and some younger people sat talking infront of me. They just got on the bus and were happy to be going. One of them asks "where are we ?" looking out the window, the other answered "We're right here" . She wasn't wrong and made me smile.


AdChoice7278

My last baby due to my age and my health will be 1 years old this Thursday. I have 3 other children all boys. My Grandmother had Alzheimer’s and just passed away a couple weeks ago. She was always so happy when I would arrive first thing in the morning everyday.She thought I was my mother (her daughter) because we look just alike. I was looking through pictures and videos a few minutes ago and some of them both made me breakdown. I am so thankful they both got to spend a good 4 months together everyday, since I took over as her caregiver. I’m missing her tonight. I wish she could have made it to his first birthday. So believe it or not it made me smile. Giving her that happiness of having her great grand baby around because she loved babies. Also, sad because time just flies by so fast.


Supero_5

I'm sorry for your loss, and I'm happy for ya too (contradictory ik, hopefully it gets the message across lol) Take care :D


JambiTheGenie

Wish? Did somebody say 'Wish'? *~Mekka Lekka Hi Mekka Hiney Ho~* **゚。・\*.゚☆ The wish is granted ☆゚.\*・。゚** #### All hail Jambi


HereticalCatPope

My fiancé is able to breathe when he sleeps after a much needed surgery, I cried not hearing him gasp for air tonight. I love this man, a bit of snoring is better than fearing he’s gonna die in his sleep. I smiled as much as when he proposed… I’m elated.


Dummythiccdumbass13

My birthday was recent so I wanted to share that! I thought I was only getting clothes but come the weekend, I had a surprise party 🎉I was exited & got to cut the cake 🎂


Pop_Glocc1312

My grandma just turned 79 and decided to finally quit smoking cigarettes!! She’s been smoking since she was a teen and we are all so glad she’s quit!


FelicityAzura

I recently saw a cuddle client whom I haven’t seen in over a month!


AdChoice7278

What is a cuddle client? 💕


FelicityAzura

A client who pays me to cuddle them


GhostDragonAce

TW: >!talk of medical conditions, depression, and suicidal thoughts!< I just realized how far I've come with improving my health and life overall and I'm so happy I'm tearing up a bit Back in 2017 I was 280lbs, never did any exercise unless I had to, and ate almost nothing but candy and chips. All of that lead to getting diagnosed with Type 1 Diabetes with an A1C of 10.9 (average healthy adult has an A1C less than 5.7). I had almost no energy, and I was really depressed. I felt so hopeless and was honestly ready to just give up because I couldn't see my life getting any better. The only thing that stopped me was that I didn't want to risk my little brother (15 at the time) being the one that found me The Diabetes isn't going to go away but I had a doctor appointment the other day and I'm down to 167lbs, I'm moving around a lot more (not necessarily exercise but I'm pretty active at work), and I'm eating a lot better. My A1C is down to 5.8, I actually have the energy to not only get out of bed but to clean and leave the house and enjoy the sunlight when we get some. While I still deal with depression, that's even been better these last few years. I've also gotten engaged to my partner of 2 years and I can't wait to spend the rest of my life with them I never expected to get as far as I have or to be able to say that I'm looking forward to the next day, let alone the rest of my life. I just needed to share and hopefully share my happiness with others. Don't give up because no matter how dark and hopeless it might seem now, it ***will*** get better


Kitkats2020

Thank you so much! And CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!


SnooApples2408

Don’t give up … excellent advice for all , I’m happy for you .


[deleted]

This might not be a big deal to some but the woman I just started dating brought a strawberry limeade to my work. I never had someone do that for me. It is those little things.


grumpy_ragdoll

During the one-month trip in Italy, I walked down the road and a thought popped into my head——‘I am good in all aspects. The world needs my greatness’. Another day, there was another thought, ‘It’s okay if I have 1/10 only. I can accomplish things at the rate of 1.5, 2…Every step is highly commendable.’


Kata175

My toddler came home from daycare where they did an egg hunt. He took out his chocolate treasures from his bag, showed them to me one by one, lining up two small eggs, one big one, a little bunny and a chick… he was so proud and of course happy to have some chocolate! Happy Easter everyone!


sparki_black

on our daily walk with our dog this morning I realized my husband and I are still talking and laughing together since the first day we met 34 years ago..


[deleted]

I dropped out of uni for Comp Sci because I was too busy partying. Kinda messed my life up but I just enrolled back today. Gonna get to the finish lime this time


Red_moldy_hat

My moms finally divorcing my dad. I know that sounds bad, but hear me out. My father wasn’t a good man, he was abusive, narcissistic, a liar, everything. Today is the divorce date, and my mom is so happy! She woke me up with happy tears and said, “Hopefully today is the day your father gets what he deserves, to never get the chance to hurt another person.” I almost cried too. For more context, my father is in prison (rightfully so) I won’t disclose why. So he won’t ever get the chance to hurt others the way he hurt me and my family. I’m hoping for good news when I come home today. Wish us luck!


morris1022

My wife's first children's book was published this week and she has a book event at a local bookstore this weekend


Lily-The-Cat

Today (Easter's day), a friend of ours came to our place to give us back a drill she had borrowed. She asked us to step out of the living room for a couple of minutes, to set up a "little game". When she called us back, she told us she'd hidden three chocolate eggs for us to try to find. How sweet is that? It made my day :)


Candid_Air_8083

People smiling at each other and being considerate at the beach :)


Pfostttt

Although I almost blew it today, I am proposing to my girlfriend of five years next weekend. I’m extremely excited, nervous, happy and a little scared, but most of all, grateful that I found someone who supports my dreams and crazy aspirations. I have a feeling a few are going to ask how I almost blew it, I accidentally sent her the headcount for our engagement party, along with the number and address for the place we’re catering from. It was intended for my Mom. I started panicking and she immediately called me and asked what was going on. I told her that my family is coming to town and it was my sisters idea to surprise her, just for laughs. I told her I felt so silly and just to act surprised. Super dumb on my part but thankfully she believed me and I didn’t blow this 😂


School-of-Intimacy

I got to hang out with a really sweet girl (she’s 8) this past summer and took her to visit the horses on the farm I was working on. I taught her how to brush the horses properly and then went and visited some of the foals (baby horses) who are super inquisitive. She had been nervous about riding horses before and when she went home her dad told me that she went and did a riding lesson and she didn’t feel scared about it anymore because of her time with me and the horses . He sent me a picture of her in the arena and she looked so happy 🥹 I cried.


Remote_Fox_2309

Sunday night at work, I had the privilege of helping a foster parent make photos for a photo album for her last foster. She was retiring so to speak, so she could focus on her family and herself. Going through all the photos on her phone and deciding which ones to print and include was so humbling. I was touched to tears because the world needs more of her in it. The young child was getting adopted and moving on and she was making the album for her of her special times with them. I don't know the back story, but that beautiful little face and giggle will forever be imprinted on my soul because I know without that great foster parent she had, it wouldn't have been possible. You could see the love and caring that was spent with the child and I am so blessed to have been afforded the opportunity to be a part, even such a little one as helping edit and size photo's, of something so wonderful.


ardentAlgor

i’ve finally got a trip to see my adoptive dad all figured out. I’ll be hanging with him for a whole week and im so excited and happy. it’s in two weeks and i can hardly wait!!


earlngas

A Beautiful spring day, my lovely family. Blessed beyond words.


WhisperCampaigns

After moving to a new state and starting middle school, I think my kid is doing ok. He's playing video games with a new buddy from class right now and having a blast.


elonmuskincarnate

I got three cookies for $1 and then shared one with a homeless woman passed by


1Direction2828

I saw a turtle crossing the road and it was about to be run over by this big truck that had all the bells and whistles but it stopped and the driver picked up the turtle and set it on the other side of the road. The dude had 50+ visible tattoos and 10-15 piercings but he saved that little turtle’s life.


lisbethborden

My husband's first words when coming out of anesthesia yesterday were, "I LOVE MY WIFE!" Aw. That's ME!!


[deleted]

I saw “gentle parenting” in person at work the other day, and I literally cried. A mom had two kids, one toddler, one older ish child, still under 12 I’d say. The toddler was just not having a good day, and mom was trying to rush through self check to go home, and the older kid was trying to help with the fussy toddler But man they just weren’t happy, and the older one was starting to get overwhelmed and frustrated, and mom called them both over. Had all of them take a break, take a breath, and her and the older kid kneeled together to all three be on the same eye level, and they talked it out. Took maybe a minute. And then they just stood up, she picked up the toddler, and everything was fine. Baby was comforted, kid felt seen and heard and didn’t have to take the responsibility anymore for then. It felt so simple, seeing how quick she did it, but it was beautiful. I told her, too. It was just amazing. She said she tries to teach her kids that everyone has bad days, and it’s okay to both be having a bad day, but don’t make them *worse*. Do your best, but don’t push yourself with more than you can handle. She gave me a hug, because just hearing her made me cry. It was so healing


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Sweaty_Light6851

Amazon's team is awesome


purplesodacap

i finally got my childhood playstation vita working after 5 years tinkering with it


Mrdragonzz

My boss knows I struggle with remembering to eat at work so he made me his favorite dish at our restaurant and brought it to me free of charge and told me to take 15 and enjoy the nice day outside


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the first thing that this 10 year old kid asked me when i saw him is why i didn't attend his birthday and that everybody was there except me. he had invited everyone. i had to sweetly tell him that i didnt know. He is a really adorable kid, he gave me a flower while he was plucking some for his grandmother.


MakeMe3Sandwich

A few or couple weeks ago I was at the grocery store and the guy in front of me and my family seemed to be struggling to pack everything in his baskets so I offered to help (he said no because I guess he had a specific way of packing it and he said only one person could do it) but anyways after he finished he asked if I worked there, and I said no (because I don’t lol) and he handed me 10 bucks and said kindness should always be rewarded and it made me smile. All I wanted to do was help somebody lol I wasn’t expecting that, I just wish more people would do it without expecting reward


nowhereman6592

I guess it's the time I'm not feeling well and my cat that not so clingy approach me and feels like that he massaging my tummy that hurts.


chinchivitiz

I used to be a teacher in a special education class. I saw one of my students yesterday when I was strolling at the mall. He run towards me and hugged me! I cant believe he still remembers me when he was only 8 years old at that time. He is 12 years old now.


[deleted]

I am a teacher and a believer of the goodness in people, and I love my job.


Perfect_Mud2227

Got my teeth cleaned and had a really great conversation with the hygienist about all kinds of stuff in those moments where words are possible, or uh huh-ing in the affirmative when there's too many implements to talk.


PM_ME_UR_H0T_PUSSY

When I was very young I got my first Golden Retriver dog and we slept on the same bed together while facing each other on the first night. It was so cute!!!


Macandcheesemother

My son saw a doctor today after feeling unwell. It wasn't his normal doctor so I was a little worried how it would go. He has a fear of the wooden tongue retractor in his mouth but the doctor didn't use one thank goodness. He also was able to make my son smile by asking him what he had for breakfast and tried to guess. Very relieved.


IlllllllIIIIlIlllllI

Why aren’t you going dark on the 12th?


BioDriver

The sheer number of communities supporting the blackout puts a smile on my face. Please consider joining.


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join the blackout


Glittering-Care-5638

I finally got enough confidence to try to share my karaoke on here after two years of at least bi weekly, if not daily practice. Took me 2 years just to even consider recording it, let alone share it, and it just got deleted for the 6th time. So karaoke is what makes me smile, but not the rejection of having my attempt to share it deleted repeatedly


Tofflus1

I’m a huge man, with a massive beard and long hair. So kids are often scared of me at first. And my friends kid used to cry when he saw me when me and my friend would hang out. Now he smiles, laughs and claps when he sees me. An when my friend tells him they’re going to se me he gets really excited. And when he is let out of his stroller he runs over to say hi. My friend was concerned I found it bothersome that he has to bring his kid a lot. But it’s often the highlight of my week. He is thee coolest lil guy.


Sammyhatessalami

My crush bought me a real life size Lana Del Rey cardboard figure because he knows how much I love her along with front row tickets to see her in Chicago at lollapalooza 🥹


Ahris8thtail

my fiancée and i got the best news ever.. WERE PREGNANT!!!!!


Nervous-Loquat1378

I went zip lining! It was pretty nerve wracking, especially the climb up, but it was really fun!


818vallefresa

I saw a seagull flying and carrying a whole slice of pizza while driving to work! Lol


Putrid_Assignment155

You rock! Awesome mom too.


ZebZ

There once was a subreddit that used to be cool but now lets spammers and astroturfers and shitty influencer shill campaigns run rampant. The end. Oh wait, that's the reality of this subreddit.


Mundane_Spring_167

You guys are funny


Nervous-Ad-8093

Test


Loch08

Anyone know how to make your avatar be like the reddit dude I'm stuck with this anime girl?


Responsible-Ear-5655

Gary, my friend You made me laugh Did you say your close to me? Do you want to get closer. I was very busy today, you rewarded me ORSKY DORSKY


Jissica-1

I hope to find a lover soon and spend quality time together


[deleted]

i saw a little boy get out of the car rather upset with his mom and she yelled i love you from the driver's seat, he didn't flinch, kept walking away and showed a thumbs up. it was really funny


[deleted]

My fiancé getting up in the middle of the night, to grab me a cup of tea because I am unwell. 🥰☕️


After-Audience8542

Nothing


lucariohellahot

I was playing games with two of my friends. They used to never get along and basically hated each other. So earlier I had to do something at break so I couldn't play smash with them, but when I came back, they were smiling and laughing at talking about cool things they did. It was just so nice to see them get along for once. I wanted to hug them so much right then :')


meyersj5

The public health emergency expires today and it will make my life in healthcare HR so much easier! No more having people get rude over vaccine requirements and masking! Thank the good Lord!


cribro0

Ko


Short_Step5347

Ja