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Nextdoor is an app that allows people to communicate with their neighbors. It's basically Facebook, but for neighborhoods. The company reports that 41.8 million people used their services as of 2023. So, as with any social networking app, all kinds of ridiculousness and mishaps abound.

Luckily, there's a community that collects the wildest things people post on Nextdoor. Petty neighborhood drama is what people on the subreddit live for. "Join us for the dumpster fire!" their description reads. So, Pandas, strap in and get ready for outrageous lawn debates, passive-aggressive pet complaints, and the occasional wholesome post!

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Damn, Nextdoor Hitting The Feels

Damn, Nextdoor Hitting The Feels

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ZGutr
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And that's how you treat your four-legged best friend! He's got your back, you got his. No leaving him behind.

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How Long Til I Get Banned. Place Your Bets

How Long Til I Get Banned. Place Your Bets

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Snazzy Smurf
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This post told no lies. The amount of rudeness servers face is ridiculous. A server is not a slave or miracle worker.

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The Nextdoor subreddit has been going strong for almost 10 years. Created in 2015, the group can't boast astronomical numbers, but its 35k hardcore members are definitely passionate and constantly hungry for some neighborhood drama. 

The group is not about your run-of-the-mill Nextdoor posts pertaining to real neighborhood issues. They have an immediate disclaimer: "If it's not absurd or hilariously petty, move it to the real Nextdoor." On the subreddit, it's all about watching the dumpster fire at your neighbor's from afar!

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#6

I Found This To Be Awfully Sweet. I Hope She Finds What She’s Looking For

I Found This To Be Awfully Sweet. I Hope She Finds What She’s Looking For

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

It is really important for older people to have social connections and this is sweet. There is an amazing Australian show called Old People's Home For 4 year olds where they pair older people with 4 year olds and they do activities with them to help with depression, loneliness and mobility. They do testing before and after to see what improvement they have made. There is also an Old People's Home For Teenagers.

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The real Nextdoor, on the other hand, dates back to 2011. Its mission was to provide a sense of community and safety to neighborhoods. And in that regard, it mostly succeeds. It can be a great place to sell a couch or find a plumber to fix a leak (although competitors like Facebook's Neighborhoods might steal the spotlight sometimes).

However, the private social network hasn't been without controversies since its inception, especially in the last few years. Some suggest that people's fixations on crime can unnecessarily create a sense of paranoia in communities. Most of the post on Nextdoor are related to crime, yet suburban crime rates in some states (Michigan, for example) are going down.

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Be On The Look Out For A Hot Pink Sweater Mouse. The Best Nextdoor Post Ever

Be On The Look Out For A Hot Pink Sweater Mouse. The Best Nextdoor Post Ever

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Sue Denham
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Also if you do find it please consider completing its outfit. I'm thinking maybe a tiny pair of lime green cropped pants?

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A 2023 study found that people inaccurately perceive the crime in their neighborhoods due to apps like Nextdoor. The researchers explain that this happens because people make judgements with the information available to them. And, on apps like these, the same rule as in traditional media applies: violent crimes gets a disproportionately bigger amount of coverage.

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No Notes

No Notes

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Bay Bo
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Mr. Rogers was a saint!! He served his time, told when he was feeding the fish for the blind girl , n taught me that coats/cardigans go on the hook

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#12

Abandoned Vehicle Final Warning

Abandoned Vehicle Final Warning

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Bay Bo
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Better have registration n insurance along w drivers license to pick up at the nearest towing yard

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It's usually said that you can't choose family, but the same sometimes goes for neighbors as well. You can't always choose who you live next to, so your best bet is to make do with what you have. Interestingly, relationships with neighbors can be important to our social and mental well-being. For example, one study found that low contact with neighbors results in worse psychological well-being for adults aged 40-70.

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Found On Nextdoor

Found On Nextdoor

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

I'd be disturbed too if a dog looked at me looking like that. All that's missing is a red balloon

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#15

Neighbor Saved From Chicken Coop Now Wants To Find And Thank The Person That Rescued Them

Neighbor Saved From Chicken Coop Now Wants To Find And Thank The Person That Rescued Them

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And it's not like we hate our neighbors. In fact, most people say they like the people they live next to. According to a survey by Offerpad, 78% of Americans say they like the people who live near them. However, 60% also admitted that they've feuded with a neighbor at least once before. 

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The most frequent disagreements neighbors have are about yards and their home exteriors. Some also get into arguments about each other's political and sports affiliations and signs that they choose to put outside of their home. And only 28% said they got in trouble with a neighbor because of something they posted on social media.

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Don’t Shoot My Autistic Son Plz

Don’t Shoot My Autistic Son Plz

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Cat Chat
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're living in the wrong neighborhood if you have to warn people not to shoot strangers.

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If Anyone Knows Nancy Please Tell Her I’m Desperate To Know What Happened

If Anyone Knows Nancy Please Tell Her I’m Desperate To Know What Happened

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Researchers also claim that relationships with neighbors are important for our overall health. They provide us with social support, allow us to share resources, and makes us feel secure. Some even posit that a good neighborly relationship is especially beneficial for single people. It provides them with greater satisfaction they derive from their social circles than couples do.

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#23

This Person Must Manually Breathe

This Person Must Manually Breathe

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Snazzy Smurf
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So this person must not use physical currency at a!!? Calling the cops for a potentially rabid $5.00 bill is a new one on me.

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#24

People Shouldn't Mow The Lawn At 10. Am

People Shouldn't Mow The Lawn At 10. Am

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Glen Ellyn
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Um, what do your city ordinances say? You probably ought to check before you complain. Besides, how is the lawn service supposed to know you tied one on last night and now your head is about to fall off? 🤭

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But arguments with neighbors are inevitable. So, what should one do when the time to confront them over loud noises past 10 pm comes or those pesky Christmas lights in April start bugging you? Etiquette expert Diane Gottsman says to not approach it with an apology. "'I'm so sorry, I hate to say this to you.' This loses the power," she told CBS.

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No And No

No And No

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

Ahh, yess, The HellFarts, most dangerous gang terrorizing crowds with beans and eggs. I heard their methods are rather niffy

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#27

Not Sure If It’s A Joke Or For Real

Not Sure If It’s A Joke Or For Real

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Cat Chat
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

He's got it backwards who the entitled, wanting a free ride is here. 🤦‍♀️

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Gottsman also advises to choose your battles wisely. "They should be worthy, and then you should come to the table, addressing them with some dignity," she recommended. You'll neven know the outcome of a confrontation such as this, so always keep in mind that it might make things worse in the long run.

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#29

Guard Your Emails!

Guard Your Emails!

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Cat Chat
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It just makes common sense to do all that work so someone else can get paid. 🤣

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#30

Small Town Problems

Small Town Problems

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Cat Chat
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Why do people assume when a stock is gone that it was only because a single person made a bulk purchase. 🤔🤷‍♀️

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And what about you, Pandas? Do you have any humorous or absurd stories about your neighbors? If you belong to any of the neighborhood social networks, please share some petty neighborhood tea! And if you're looking for more gems from Nextdoor, head to our previous post about the subreddit right here!

#31

My Husband Got An Email Alert From Nextdoor For This Event

My Husband Got An Email Alert From Nextdoor For This Event

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Update To Yesterday’s Post. A Neighbor Was Offering To Do Portrait Sketches For Free And You Guys Said I Should Do It. Here Are My Kids And I

Update To Yesterday’s Post. A Neighbor Was Offering To Do Portrait Sketches For Free And You Guys Said I Should Do It. Here Are My Kids And I

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Bay Bo
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Well that's swell that u contributed to his ambitions! Maybe not picture perfect but hey, that's great😁

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#34

Shame On You For Not Celebrating Halloween

Shame On You For Not Celebrating Halloween

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Katie Allen
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Was this the same jerk who sent me an anonymous email trying to guilt trip me for going out on Halloween because they thought I OWED my neighbors' kids candy??

Bill
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

candy was 27 dollars a bag this year some of us have budgets

Dragons Exist
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Ah yes, the reason I don't do Halloween is because I hate kids, sure

Cee Cee
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thankfully T&T isn't much of a thing where I live. In any case I never answer the door unless I am expecting someone. Even have a 'no cold callers' notice on the door as I am elderly and strangers knocking the door upset my dogs.

Bill Swallow
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2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My lights were off this Halloween evening. Because I was sitting in the hospital's ER with my best friend, who had collapsed in a store's parking lot and went down like a felled tree. Thank God, there was no concussion, but I didn't get him home until midnight. Pity - this year I had loaded up on full size candy bars, genuine German and Belgian chocolate.

April Pickett
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1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My reasons for turning off my lights are my own and you shall not shame me for it. You have a lousy attitude. Bet your kid's candy ends up in your office candy bowl. Who was sitting at your house giving away candy?

Rachel Pelz
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2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

God knows our kids need it!!! They are not allowed to have candy on any other day than the all Christian holiday of Halloween!!! F**k you m***rs for not being good Christians!!! ---don't y'all just love that spirit?

AR
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2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

In my neighborhood no kids show up for some reason. So now I don’t bother. 🤷🏼‍♀️

Child of the Stars
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2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hi, yes, I work nights and am usually sleeping during T&T hours. I will not answer the door to hand out candy. Thank you.

Daniel
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2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Or maybe they just do care about you and your annoying brats.

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#36

Sometimes We Should Keep Our Thoughts To Ourselves

Sometimes We Should Keep Our Thoughts To Ourselves

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#37

I’m Sorry, But Why Tf Is There A Treadmill In Your Yard To Begin With??

I’m Sorry, But Why Tf Is There A Treadmill In Your Yard To Begin With??

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Bay Bo
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

So u didn't put a treadmill on ur yard to gift away for free? Were you using it in ur front yard?

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#38

“Cannabis Doesn’t Help Cancer Patients Because People Will Use It For The Wrong Reasons.”

“Cannabis Doesn’t Help Cancer Patients Because People Will Use It For The Wrong Reasons.”

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#39

An Update On The Satanic Pinecone Situation In The Woods

An Update On The Satanic Pinecone Situation In The Woods

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#46

Outrage Over House Colors

Outrage Over House Colors

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Sunshine
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Do all American homeowneers reallly care about this kind of thing or is this a rare instance? I don't understand how someone living on your street can have any say in what you do with your own property.

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#48

Pink Bondage Bear Is The First Horseman Of The Apocalypse

Pink Bondage Bear Is The First Horseman Of The Apocalypse

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#50

Walk Your Kid To School Day

Walk Your Kid To School Day

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Cat Chat
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Because not every parent can walk the entire distance, but still want to somewhat participate. 🤷‍♀️

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#51

When You Get Tricks Instead Of Treats, Your Grandma Is Outraged. 😂😂

When You Get Tricks Instead Of Treats, Your Grandma Is Outraged. 😂😂

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#52

It’s Crazy How Many Right Wing Healthcare Professionals There Are In My Neighborhood

It’s Crazy How Many Right Wing Healthcare Professionals There Are In My Neighborhood

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Multa Nocte
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

At least you probably won't have heartworm and acariasis before you die of Covid.

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#53

No One On Nextdoor Seems To Think This Is As Creepy As I Do

No One On Nextdoor Seems To Think This Is As Creepy As I Do

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zims
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not the creepiest I've seen. And in this economy, that's a heck of a deal. You're gonna cook and clean anyway, to get free rent on top of that? And likely free utilities, water, etc too? It's not like he's advertising for companionship or specifying that the lady needs to be young, single, and attractive. It's mostly just sexist to limit it to women. I bet plenty of dudes would line up to be this guy's housekeeper for free rent.

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#54

Neighborhood Lead Shaming Me For Turning Off Comments

Neighborhood Lead Shaming Me For Turning Off Comments

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#55

Welcome Team Member Bragging About Hitting His Kids

Welcome Team Member Bragging About Hitting His Kids

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Beak Hookage
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hitting kids just makes them see you as someone to be afraid of. It also means that they'll likely act out even more, or learn more underhanded ways of misbehaving. And they'll probably start hitting other kids at school.

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#56

It's Your Fault I'm Putting $100 Of Herbicides On My Waterfront Lawn. Protect The Environment!

It's Your Fault I'm Putting $100 Of Herbicides On My Waterfront Lawn. Protect The Environment!

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Nikole
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“Please do your part to protect the environment.” Like not using chemicals? I hate people like this. Hopefully they work closely with Roundup often.

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#57

I… Just… What? This App Never Fails To Make Me Audibly Sigh And Put My Head In My Hands At Least Once Per Week

I… Just… What? This App Never Fails To Make Me Audibly Sigh And Put My Head In My Hands At Least Once Per Week

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Katie Allen
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

no, you're just criticizing people who don't have kids. Knock it off.

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#59

I Am As Mad As Hell, Nextdoor Monitors, And I Am Not Going To Take This Anymore!

I Am As Mad As Hell, Nextdoor Monitors, And I Am Not Going To Take This Anymore!

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Cee Cee
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3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This guy ready is unhinged and MAD AS HELL. Ha ha keep it up ND monitors.

#60

This App Is A Constant Source Of Amusement For Me

This App Is A Constant Source Of Amusement For Me

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#61

The Great Gravestone Debate

The Great Gravestone Debate

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BarfyCat
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2 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's a lot more to this one, it doesn't make sense unless you look at the original post.

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I Started Pretending To Be An Old Man On The App And My Neighbors Not Only Believe It, They Love It (I’m The One Crossed Out In Red. My Profile Picture Is At The End)

I Started Pretending To Be An Old Man On The App And My Neighbors Not Only Believe It, They Love It (I’m The One Crossed Out In Red. My Profile Picture Is At The End)

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#64

Someone Left This In A Neighbor’s Mailbox And Everyone Is Losing Their Mind

Someone Left This In A Neighbor’s Mailbox And Everyone Is Losing Their Mind

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#65

“Adult Entertainment Video” Seen At The Gym

“Adult Entertainment Video” Seen At The Gym

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