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Moms! Wives! Women! Listen up! This post is for and about you.

If you’re tired of constantly meeting certain expectations, having to put your best foot forward, or fitting into a certain frame, remember that moms, wives, and women, too, can behave badly; if even just a little bit. This daily reminder comes from the ‘Moms Behaving Badly’ Instagram account, which, in their own words, is “saying what you are thinking.” Scroll down to find some of its best posts on the list below and take comfort in the fact that whatever daily aggravations you’re dealing with, you’re likely not alone.

Below you will also find Bored Panda’s interview with a licensed clinical psychologist and the Program Coordinator for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at West Chester University, Dr. Lynn Zubernis, who was kind enough to answer a few of our questions about the power of online communities.

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    Started nearly a decade ago, in 2017, the ‘Moms Behaving Badly’ Instagram account has grown into an extensive gallery of nearly 14,000 posts with over two million followers. Clearly, many people either enjoy the content very much or can relate to it. (Or both.)

    Talking about how people benefit from groups they can feel a part of or relate to, a licensed clinical psychologist and the Program Coordinator for the Clinical Mental Health Counseling Program at West Chester University, Dr. Lynn Zubernis noted that the benefits any homogeneous group can bring lies in the fact that we all feel more comfortable being open with others when we believe we'll be understood and validated.

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    Discussing the impact of such accounts as ‘Moms Behaving Badly’, Dr. Zubernis noted that women especially can benefit from the support that homogeneous groups tend to bring.

    “Many women are reluctant to disclose their ‘real selves’ to others, fearing judgment or censure and accustomed to putting on a persona that's socially acceptable,” she told Bored Panda in a recent interview.

    “Research shows a strong relationship between finding social support and a more positive sense of well-being – the benefits are stronger for women. Women tend to self disclose more in a group of other women, and female friendships in general tend to be higher in self disclosure and strongly relied on for social support.”

    #6

    Woman posing proudly at a dining table filled with homemade dishes, embodying "moms behaving badly" humor.

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    April Pickett
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She's right. You should participate more in the meals. I'm sure she'll be glad to teach you.

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    #8

    Funny tweet about aging and insight, highlighting a witty observation from a mom's perspective.

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    Robert Millar
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Exactly and precisely correct. *Puts on glasses to read more BS from the new administration*

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    “A study of women in an online fan community found that they valued the nonjudgmental culture, having a place to discuss mental health related experiences, and believed that the group had a positive impact on their personal relationships and overall sense of wellbeing,” the expert added.

    According to Dr. Zubernis, people can benefit not only from relating to other humans, but from relatable funny content online, too. “Seeking out relatable and amusing content is a form of leisure (something we engage in purposefully for fun as opposed to productivity). Leisure is good for us – it reduces stress, boosts creativity, stimulates our imagination, increases wellbeing, and connects us to others when we share the activity (including sharing funny memes). Laughter is also good for us, releasing endorphins which also help us manage stressors,” she explained.

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    #13

    Funny quote about the challenges of adulting, highlighting humor commonly shared by moms and women.

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    Joseph Miller
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It also is very hard to plan / figure out 90ish meals a month. It's exhausting and also a bit excessive. Skipping meals is an option for some of it, but still a bit much.

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    #14

    Funny quote about aging: "They say 40 is the new 30, 50 is the new 40. All I know is 9 PM is definitely the new midnight."

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    ElfVibratorGlitter
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I went to bed around 7 last night. My partner asked , do you want pizza tonight? I said that's fine. Curled into a ball and woke up at 2am with a hungry cat. And pizza was never ordered either :(

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    While relatable content is arguably one of the main things that attracts people to follow certain accounts or join certain communities, there are more factors that make them appealing to internet users.

    “They are easier to access than face-to-face communities for many people who don't have a schedule that allows them to meet up with neighbors at the corner tavern or join a local group of tennis players,” Dr. Zubernis noted.

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    “People who may be reluctant or feel they lack the social skills to enter face-to-face communities may find it easier to join online ones, with the benefit of some level of anonymity, if desired. Online communities are also not geographically limited – if you're looking for a group of like-minded people, you can find many of them if the community is a global one.”

    According to Dr. Zubernis, enabling connectedness is not only one of the main benefits, but one of the main roles, too, that online communities play in society nowadays.

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    “They, in part, replace the face-to-face communities that were prevalent when families tended to live in the same geographical area, and neighbors knew each other well—gathering at local pubs, playing checkers, or forming local softball teams, among other things.

    “Online communities provide the same sense of belongingness as face-to-face ones, providing a support system and sounding board for their members.”

    #19

    Text post humorously reflecting on judging early bedtimes now embraced by adults.

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    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It just recently dawned on me that the reason older folks eat so early is because if they eat later, they just have acid reflux all night.

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    #20

    Text humor about moms: "I'm looking for friends with benefits—swimming pools, boats, or vacation homes."

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    ElfVibratorGlitter
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    By that I mean useful skills: mechanic friend, electrician friend, doctor friend... Best benefits

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    #23

    Text post about the joy of being a parent, highlighting a mom's pride in her child's kindness.

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    April Pickett
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Kids usually behave well when you are not around. It's when they get home and the devil that you know comes out.

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    #29

    Funny tweet about moms brushing hair with a humorous twist on brushing ears and forehead.

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    Lilybdcsa
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My mom used to say, "it hurts to be beautiful", after taking my hair out of curlers and trying to pull a brush through the tangles. I'm old enough now that I gave myself a buzzcut. But I had to wait until after my mom died. Didn't need the side eye.

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    #31

    Funny mom joke about daughter's language skills instead of knowing ABCs.

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    Upstaged75
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One time my 2 year old nephew said "sh!t" when he dropped something. (He'd heard his mom say it when the cat ran out the door) We didn't know whether to be impressed with him for using it in the right context or worried that he's going to outsmart us all some day.

    #33

    Text post about moms wanting alone time in a locked laundry room to eat Cheetos and cry, humorous take on socializing.

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    Bat cat in a hat
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We hate people, we don't entertain and we need a big spare room for the cat

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    #34

    Tweet about nanny kids believing she works at Chili's, a humorous take on moms and women behaving badly.

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    Karina
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you dont know, Chili's saw this and made her a certificate to show the kids, like kids need a three layer backstory to belive you :P Stll very nice to do!

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    #35

    Two women in humorous shirts; one reads "I get us out of trouble," the other "I get us into trouble." Moms behaving badly theme.

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    Hyacinth (Any pronouns)
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The hoodie I'm wearing right now says 'That's a terrible idea. What time?' and it's the same vibe as this picture.

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    #36

    Humorous tweet from a mom about managing stress and multitasking.

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    Adam Zad
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here's a finger for you. 🖕 Take two, they're free. 🖕🖕

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    #38

    Tweet from a mom suggesting a meet-up to scream and grab food, showcasing humorous mom behavior.

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    April Pickett
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I can't remember what I'm supposed to scream about, there's so much stuff, but I'd be happy to get food after.

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    #39

    Woman smiling widely with caption about kids telling endless stories; funny moms moment.

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    Ariadne Toms
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Especially as you’re closing the bedroom door to put them to sleep….

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    #40

    Tweet humor about drinking mistakes and waking up unsure of signing up for Paramount Plus.

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    Armac
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did I really order 48 forks and spoons on Amazon?…

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    #42

    Hilarious text about moms humorously commenting on middle school girls skipping awkward stages.

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    Robert Trebor
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Boys' arms and legs have to stay spaghetti-skinny and stretch out endlessly, and they have to always be tripping over their suddenly enlarged feet.

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    #46

    Funny tweet about moms and their perspective on parenting, featuring a humorous exchange regarding a father's role.

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    Parmeisan
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think people may be misunderstanding Spidercat. Pretty sure they are siding with OP and against the mom, who definitely IS being misandristic. It's hateful to men to suggest that they can never be capable of raising their own children, only babysitting them.

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    #47

    Cartoon mom looking tired in bed, highlighting humorous mom moments.

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    Nice Beast Ludo
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. I dread mornings now so much more now... especially since middle school started. No school today yay such a relief

    #50

    Woman giving a skeptical look in a classroom, humorous moment captured from "Moms Behaving Badly" account.

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    April Pickett
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Someone's gonna pay big time for whatever he did. He probably doesn't know what either.

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    #51

    Humorous text about the difference between mirror and camera perception, often shared in mom humor contexts.

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    GhostlySnail (she/her)
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I always look deceptively cute in MY camera, then two seconds later when someone takes a group photo I look like a garbage-eating goblin :0

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    #56

    Humorous quote about childhood memories with cousins, reminiscent of playful times.

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    Huddo's sister
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We were never close with our cousins (they were all older and lived at least 2 hours away) but I did this with my brother and sister and the nextdoor neighbours.

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    #57

    Text humor about moms: "My favorite childhood memory is someone else cooking dinner for me every night."

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    ElfVibratorGlitter
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've got it pretty nice I'd say. I can cook dinner if it involves boiling pasta of some sort, otherwise my partner will do the actual cooking, I just do the chopping/prep. Works out pretty nice for me 😊

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    #59

    Humorous text about friendship bonding moment, fitting the theme of “Moms Behaving Badly.”

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    #60

    Humorous tweet about a 5-year-old suggesting a trip to Target, highlighting clever negotiation skills.

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    Wysteria_Rose
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm unsure if having a kid will be a good thing for me because I would take that offer any day.

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    #62

    Humorous mom quote about parenting boundaries, highlighting a familiar parental phrase.

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    camomooey
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Some of the houses I went to as a child, I probably should have been kept from going to.

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    #64

    Man in kitchen shouting humorously about dinner, capturing a funny moment with wives and moms.

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    April Pickett
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There is something you can do: take out the trash, set the table, get the bread out, with her permission stir something in a pot, warn her about what you're planning to do then give her a kiss and a compliment.

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    #66

    Funny tweet about generational labels from 1980-1985, humorously pointing out the term "geriatric millennial."

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    Spidercat
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    3 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    1980 here 👋🏻, five different decades, two different centuries, two different millenniums and not even fifty yet.

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    #68

    Text post humorously depicting a mom's perspective on kids' endless demands, even in an auto parts store.

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    PHOTOBOB
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    One of those little Christmas tree things. Or a toy car. Yeah, they sell those.

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    #70

    Text meme joking about language, from a funny account about moms and women.

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    LonelyLittleLeafSheep
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'll watch my f*****g language when speech bubbles appear in the air above my head.

    #71

    Text humor about moms: "Two things I know I can make. Pretty kids and people mad."

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    CD Mills
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I just read this to my daughter and she said, "Yep, I've gotten both of those things down!" She was telling the truth too!

    #72

    Text image with a humorous take on summer plans, related to moms behaving comically.

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    #73

    Tweet humorously describes a fall ritual linked to moms: the low tire pressure light activating in vehicles.

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    ElfVibratorGlitter
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ooof. And then there's a cold snap and there's even less. Definitely considering buying a portable air compressor...

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    #74

    Humorous text about marriage and gratitude, reflecting on the dynamics between wives and husbands.

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    Kalevra
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    weird flex admitting you enjoy disrupting his peace and that you can go beyond.

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    #76

    Text exchange with humorous mom behavior about pole dancing and coffee.

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    #78

    Funny tweet about buying unexpected items at TJ Maxx as a mom.

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    Robert Trebor
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's like those eastern bazaars, where merchants and kids are laying out all of their products as you wait to pay for the IJUSTNEEDTHISONETHING

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    #79

    Text reads, "I used to tell my mom she was always mad for no reason. Now look at me, always mad Jr." Moms behaving badly humor.

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    #81

    Text reading: "Some moms have tattoos, thick thighs, thin patience, and cuss too much. -It's me, I'm some moms."

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    Gia SDP
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    95% me, I'm missing the thighs - at that going on elderly stage at 57 where my legs are all bones. My 30+ niece even asked me how I can walk on my stick legs lol.

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    #83

    Text image with funny quote about losing interest in conversations.

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    tw 72
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not as rude as trying to push the Mute button on their forehead...

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    #84

    A doll with wild hair and overalls walking outside. Caption humorously relates it to leaving the house tired.

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    #85

    Mimosas with humorous text about moms sending messages after brunch.

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    #86

    Moms behaving badly: Humorous tweet about a teacher discussing a child's odd classroom announcement.

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    #87

    Text post humorously comparing detectives' salary with friends' unpaid sleuthing skills; mocks moms' detective abilities.

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    ElfVibratorGlitter
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    3 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Cough. Noooo.... Guess it depends on where you live, $40,101, is the starting salary for detectives where I live, with the average salary of $75,219.

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    #89

    Humorous mom meme about posing for a photo, capturing a relatable moment with kids.

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    Poll Question

    Do you feel that online communities like 'Moms Behaving Badly' help normalize imperfect parenting?

    Yes, definitely

    Sometimes

    Not sure

    No, not really