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Not all representatives of Human Resources are bad guys. Just because Toby Flenderson was an evil snail doesn’t automatically make them all awful. A decent HR is an important part of a well-oiled machine that is a good workplace. Upon learning more about Jamie Jackson, the mastermind behind the account Humorous Resources across most social media platforms, you might get that she is the living proof of that.

This page of work memes already was featured on Bored Panda a few months back. Now we have a new compilation from Humorous Resources for you to share with your coworkers during lunch hour. Check out this new selection from the Chief Meme Officer and let us know which are your favorites!

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The aptly named Humorous Resources accounts are dedicated to funny content around people’s experiences in the workplace. It’s a wonderful place to scout for memes to share with your coworkers. As of September, 2023, the page has 787,000 followers on Instagram. It also has a steadily increasing following on TikTok with 33,700 followers and over one and a half million likes.

It’s run by Jamie Jackson, the self-proclaimed (and rightfully so!) Chief Meme Officer. She works in the HR department for a healthcare startup, but has been an HR manager for many more years before that. Bored Panda reached out to Jamie and asked how it feels to reach this level of internet fame.

“I'm not sure I have truly reached internet fame,” says Jamie, “but Bored Panda is interviewing me, so maybe I have? I can say I have created a safe place for corporate professionals to laugh about the wild world we work in. It’s almost like having a million work besties.”

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    So Tired

    So Tired

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not 3 months but in Sweden and many other Nordic countries you get 4-6 (depending on policy, union and age) weeks during summer. Sweden has 25 days vacation days minimum and employer's are obligated by law to offer 4 weeks consecutive in the span June-August.

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    The page was born at the beginning of the Covid-19 pandemic. As Jackson told HR Brew, she recalls two friends suggesting she create a meme account to share the funny pictures with an audience: “I truly felt like I was losing it. I needed a creative outlet, and I had always made memes on my personal, private page.”

    “I had two separate friends within the same week, say, ‘You should make a page,’” she recalls. At the time she did not expect to gain such a huge following, but the success encouraged her to create other pages.

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    Jamie’s other Instagram account, Horrendous HR, is where she reads anonymous confessions from employees and other HR managers. The content is wildly outrageous and funny, but one of Jackson’s reasons for creating it is to make other HR people feel less lonely. It is also a safe space for them to bond with others working in HR departments.

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    And Stick It On My Not Very Secure Monitor

    And Stick It On My Not Very Secure Monitor

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    Tim
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've read that two or three completely unrelated words is the best password. CookiesFalconSeahorse is easy to remember and very hard for a computer to hack. Unfortunately, you have to update your passwords so often and they have all these special character requirements, AND they say to not use the same password in multiple places. It is impossible to memorize your passwords.

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    Call Me A Radical Then

    Call Me A Radical Then

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    Almarako94
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    After 1 hour of sitting infront of a screen you should take a walk for 15 minutes. If someone asks you why, it's to lower the healthcare costs

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    HR people can often feel distant and unapproachable, and through her presence on social media, Jamie humanizes the profession as well. She says her mission is to show to HR and non-HR workers alike that people are people, and your colleagues can be funny, no matter the department they’re in.

    #10

    I Am Amazing Super Star Showstopping Phenomenal

    I Am Amazing Super Star Showstopping Phenomenal

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    Stephanie Did It
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I was about to updoot a great comment on BP the other day, then realized it was mine

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    #11

    Same

    Same

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    V I B E Z

    V I B E Z

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    Mine Truly
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is there a place that gives out awards and honorary mentions for disguises?

    David Henry
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cousin It, we know you just dyed your hair pink; get back to work!

    Jan Mc
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be hiding from the fact that I used a fake sick day for Taylor Swift.

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You just know that someone figured out who it was by the glasses though.

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    Gwyn
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Haha at least she realized she might be seen on tv. Many a person has been caught out on the jumbotron or Facebook when calling in sick not really sick.

    David Leick
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's an amazing coincidence that her name is Taylor Swift Fan. Probably not doing much to conceal her identity, though.

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Holy s**t this is when she came to Cincinnati OHIO, I recognize the background and he local 12!

    Mya Lugar
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Somebody can identify that towel, but hopefully not her boss!!

    okpkpkp
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Occasionally my friend would call in the AM and ask me to call in sick to work and meet him at The Torch Club, which opened at 6 AM. The bar was downtown, about ten blocks from my work but not on the commute streets so we'd drink til ten and then hit another bar. I lived in midtown and would stagger home by noon.

    Klondike Penguin
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What if her boss sees this and thinks, “Wait! I thought she called in sick! That liar! 😠”

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Probably shouldn't have used the same blanket you use to take your break naps with, however.

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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Que every person being called in sick getting in trouble

    xXSamTheBoxerLoverXx
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'd be embarrassed too if I spent my life's earnings to sit in the back row of a taylor swift concert

    Janet Howe
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's exactly how I would dress if I was going to a Taylor Swift concert.

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    “HR is a very lonely profession,” Jamie admits. “Many people hate you just because of what you do. Many do not fully even understand what the HR role is in the company or I should say, they think they know. I created Humorous Resources for those HR professionals to have a place to commiserate.”

    #13

    Give Me Your Best Microsoft Office Pun Below

    Give Me Your Best Microsoft Office Pun Below

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    I’m Only One Person!

    I’m Only One Person!

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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm just wondering if I'm the same person. Back in Uni, 22:30 was me getting ready for a night out while staying up till 4 for a few nights in a row and still attend lectures at 7....this was normal. Now if I can stay up until 22:30 I can brag to my coworkers about the late night I pulled. I think I've been body snatched.

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    “I am thankful that it has become so much more than just HR professionals but other corporate professionals enjoying my content," Jamie gushes. "We all need a giggle. Because let's be honest, if we don't laugh, we'll cry.”

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    Do Not Talk To Me

    Do Not Talk To Me

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of the great ironies of life - we're so scared of being "weird" as kids, but yearn to be seen as "weird" at least a little as adults, to stand out among the faceless crowd...

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    Only 8 More Hours Until 72 Hrs Of Freedom

    Only 8 More Hours Until 72 Hrs Of Freedom

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    But wait! Jamie has a third account that she is meme-ing from. Millennial Misery is the place for nostalgia-stricken millennials. The Instagram page features humorous memes and stories that take us, millennials, back to the ‘90s and the 2000s.

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    So, I Guess That’s Why I Thrive In High Stress Environments

    So, I Guess That’s Why I Thrive In High Stress Environments

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    Work Life Balance Unmatched

    Work Life Balance Unmatched

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And yet because of our stressful jobs we are .... "Rolling in Our Sleep"

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    Juggling a full-time career and family while running three successful social media accounts seems to be a lot of work. But Jamie is a firm believer that if you love something, you find the time for it. “My pages truly are a labor of love,” she admits.

    “I am constantly inspired throughout the day during my real full-time job. I will jot down notes in my notes app and later, when I get a chance, I will create my magic. I tend to do my best work early in the morning or late at night when the kids are asleep and the work emails aren't pinging.”

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    Not Unless I’m Running An Animal Sanctuary

    Not Unless I’m Running An Animal Sanctuary

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    Peace Out ✌🏼

    Peace Out ✌🏼

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I earned while I learned what a toxic work environment was. Then I walked away to scrounge & scrape & I can only begin to tell you how much happier & less murderous I feel

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    Also “Good Call Out”

    Also “Good Call Out”

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another one was "Can we all just take a step back for a moment" after someone asks you an awkward question & you need time to think

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    Jamie also has a couple of controversial opinions regarding HR. The first one has to do with employees’ looks in the office. “Tattoos, piercings and colored hair, etc. do not determine how well someone can do their job,” she believes. “None of those determine how well a person can do their job.”

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    Her second controversial HR opinion has the potential to be quite popular among office workers. Jamie firmly believes that remote work is highly effective. “There is no reason we should have to go back into the office,” she says. “Leave us alone in our comfy clothes at home.”

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    I Can Definitely Cram That Project In The Next Four Minutes Before My Next Meeting

    I Can Definitely Cram That Project In The Next Four Minutes Before My Next Meeting

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    Trish
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm going to travel...back to my desk. Try exotic foods...from the bottom row of the vending machine. Learn a new language...pig latin has always confused me.

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    It’s clear Jamie has no regrets about establishing a presence online. She’s especially grateful she has made genuine connections with fellow memers and other content creators. “Most of whom I speak to daily,” she happily adds.

    The Chief Meme Officer even teases a snippet of what’s in her future. “I actually have a big project I am working on with two other creators-turned-friends debuting in October,” Jamie shares. We wish her the best of luck and heaps of inspiration for memes to come!

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    I’m In Pink 💓

    I’m In Pink 💓

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    Ace
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Should be another category: because you were already on the cc list and I couldn't be arsed to go through and work out who really needed to be there on my reply.

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    The Miles Are Adding Up

    The Miles Are Adding Up

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    Corvus
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At home - yes. But in the office, I normally use the icy cave photo, to set the proper work mood ;)

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    But What About Friday? She’s Not That Bad

    But What About Friday? She’s Not That Bad

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    Where’s My Mouse?!?

    Where’s My Mouse?!?

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Heh, I only have 1 screen and still lose track of my mouse at times :P

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    What?!? This Is Brand New Information To Me. 😜 I Helped Her Rewrite Her Resume

    What?!? This Is Brand New Information To Me. 😜 I Helped Her Rewrite Her Resume

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was my face when my boss came in and told me he fired my close friend (at the time) because her till was short more than 200 bucks on multiple occasions. I thought, 'multiple? Why did he five her multiple chances?' Buy yeah, I felt so embarrassed!

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    I Wish It Was That Easy

    I Wish It Was That Easy

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    $500 For Employee Only Benefits

    $500 For Employee Only Benefits

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The next time a company says "we're family here," make sure to claim half their assets when they lay you off.

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    I Called The Number. Straight To Vm. I Want To Know What Todd Did

    I Called The Number. Straight To Vm. I Want To Know What Todd Did

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    We Are Literally Floating On A Rock Through Outer Space. It’s Not That Serious

    We Are Literally Floating On A Rock Through Outer Space. It’s Not That Serious

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    What Are We Binge Watching?

    What Are We Binge Watching?

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was me this weekend! Hahaha I used to feel guilty but I now realize my body and brain needs a break occasionally as I have a mentally stressful career (which I happen to love). I need to veg out so I can start Monday fresh and raring to go.

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    We Did It Guys With This Lunch And Learn

    We Did It Guys With This Lunch And Learn

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    Let’s Just Hang Out All Summer

    Let’s Just Hang Out All Summer

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    Im Going To List “Sends Sharepoint Links” To My Resume

    Im Going To List “Sends Sharepoint Links” To My Resume

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    Corvus
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It actually is a skill. There have been many times when I could find super-obscure stuff that no one else could. And sometimes it requires digging deep into the mysterious barbaric land that lies beyond the first page of the Google results ;)

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    Hahahapaymehaha

    Hahahapaymehaha

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    1 year ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So you want me to do more work for same amount of money? hahahahahahhanopehahahha

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    Oh, We Stop Doing This?

    Oh, We Stop Doing This?

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    Corvus
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never happened here, and we never worked from home even once... sometimes I almost wonder if I "missed out" on the whole pandemic thing :D

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    Verrrry Much This Today

    Verrrry Much This Today

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    It’s Fine

    It’s Fine

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Since when are serial killers commuting to offices for video conferences? Shouldn't she be digging holes and buying bags of quick lime?

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    Yes, My Eyes Are Red Because I’m Crying

    Yes, My Eyes Are Red Because I’m Crying

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alas, my job still relies a lot on paper-based stuff, so working remote gives us very limited options...

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    I Need That Report Eod. Thanks

    I Need That Report Eod. Thanks

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    The Email I Received At 6:37am

    The Email I Received At 6:37am

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    Styx
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And that is why I worked as a contractor for the last 20 years. No flipping "performance reviews", no attending Christmas parties, not getting involved in office politics ... Perfect, or as perfect as it gets.

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    Very Much “Who Is No Longer Green”

    Very Much “Who Is No Longer Green”

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    LuLuBelle
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I told my boss a few years ago I'd give him $50 to not work overtime. And now I don't work overtime.

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    Life Hack. Highly Suggest

    Life Hack. Highly Suggest

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I once worked at a place that encouraged me to check email just three times a day. If anything was more urgent, people knew to ring me. It was a great policy

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    Please, Brenda. It’s Not That Serious

    Please, Brenda. It’s Not That Serious

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    Me With My Direct Reports. Sorry Guys 😩

    Me With My Direct Reports. Sorry Guys 😩

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm great at giving advice, I'm the one who my friends always come to. Taking my own advice and solving my own problems - yeah not so much.

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    #71

    Stressy Depressey Lemon Zesty

    Stressy Depressey Lemon Zesty

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do you get more money if you came prepared and were already stressed?

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    Jk. 🤡

    Jk. 🤡

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    #73

    Huh? I’m Going To Hurl My White Claw At The Screen

    Huh? I’m Going To Hurl My White Claw At The Screen

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    #74

    Weeee

    Weeee

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    #75

    The Tale Of The Sandwich Thief

    The Tale Of The Sandwich Thief

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    Corvus
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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Put strong laxative in the sandwich next time. The thief will change their mind pretty quickly...

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    I'm Here

    I'm Here

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    #77

    Fun Fact: It Doesn’t Work

    Fun Fact: It Doesn’t Work

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    Just Sliving

    Just Sliving

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    1 year ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah no, the wealthy model Kardashian definitely gets paid enough

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    You May See Two Straws, But That’s Not For Two People. That’s For Optimal Suckage For One

    You May See Two Straws, But That’s Not For Two People. That’s For Optimal Suckage For One

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