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Couple Are Confused Why One Picture Exploded In Popularity – Then They Read The Comments…
When social media first arrived, most thought it was the next evolution of the bulletin board and forums. There was a topic for just about everything, and everybody could respond in writing or post images or both. However, social media has since become a lot more than just posting thoughts and phrases. It has become an extremely effective way to influence many, many others. And it’s impact is so widespread, national governments now have to worry about it as an operational risk.
Some folks are just a natural to social media, jumping in like a fish to water. While making a digital dent might seem like the challenge impossible for many, these people are able to craft and deliver in such a way that that automatically develop large audiences online wherever they post. Dubbed “influencers,” these easy posters seem to be untouchable in the social media world, always seeming to draw more and more traffic no matter what they do. That was the case for one couple who had a huge following with their Instagram account. Every post they made was responded to with thousands of positive fans. Then they made one particular post that hit everything sideways. Like their other work, this post went viral too, but the effects were definitely unintended.
Who’s on First?
The couple in question involved Wendy Joseph as well as Dan Hennessey. These two were able to pull off what hundreds of marketing experts would pay thousands of dollars to learn how to do and still not get it right. That was because for these two, their postings were simply a natural extension of themselves. Their story begins back in 2006
Facebook Arrives
The beginning date is in the middle of the 2000s. The real estate boom is in full swing, and college students are poking around with this thing call the Facebook among other apps available on the Internet. However, unlike the typical gibberish of voting someone good-looking or not, or filtering through various posts on MySpace, Facebook offered something unique: instant reaction from others. That made it attractive to young people.
Easy Connections
Dan was barely in college and his number one goal was definitely not studying on Friday night. It was meeting girls. He and thousands of others just wanted to meet, socialize and connect. So, given that everybody seemed to be posting and connecting online to meet up, Dan like others signed up too.
Checking Out Friends
One of the key ways that Facebook became very successful was that once a person was accepted as a friend, they had access to another person’s contact list and friends. This networking feature allowed people to make additional connections with people whom they already liked and probably would like their friends as well. That was how Dan connected with Daphne, in a suggested friend message from the system. While Dan reached out, however, Daphne did not, but Daphne had friends too. That’s how Dan found Wendy. So, Dan tried Wendy next.
Dan Gets in Trouble
Unfortunately, while Daphne didn’t respond, she did talk to Wendy. When Wendy got Dan’s message, she asked Daphne about it, who confirmed Dan tried to connect with her as well. Dan wasn’t scoring points here. Wendy chalked up him to being shallow, which she wasn’t interested in and ignored him. Dan kept trying though. Finally, Wendy decided to find out more about him.
Stubborn
Dan was never known for being a quitter and he wore Wendy down. Finally, she decided to at least engage in a conversation. She responded and that’s when the flood doors opened. Not only did she realize she liked Dan, Wendy was actually realizing she was falling in love with him from a distance. Dan insisted in meeting, but she refused. She wouldn’t connect all the way with digital face. So, Dan got creative. Dan figured she wanted people and protection, so he invited her to a common friend’s party.
Dan Lied
He figured it was a long shot, but Dan threw the party invite Wendy’s way anyways. So, what was going to happen if she accepted? He hadn’t really thought that part through. Was it possible to make a party up? He was in college after all. Dan recruited his friend in on the gig and made up a party after all. They got everybody talking about it and, sure enough, a party buzz was happening. Now, Wendy just had to accept the invite.
The First Date
Dan was totally wired up and stressed. This was the first time he was actually going to meet Wendy. Granted, he had his friends, music and the right environment, but he still actually needed to come off right and not look like a jerk to her. Fortunately, Dan didn’t need to worry. They hit it off so well, the natural chemistry between the two took care of everything.
The First Night
With the last of the friends leaving the dorm room, Dan and Wendy were still up talking, connecting and figuring each other out like a deeper and deeper puzzle you can’t quit. Surprisingly, they both agreed they should stay friends instead of getting more serious, but they bonded that night. Wendy wasn’t ready for a serious swing and Dan still had to get some of his party mode out of his system.
Just Friends
Usually, when a girl tells a guy she just wants to be friends it’s code-word for she’s not interested, period. However, the two stayed connected and close friends for six months. Only then did they actually decide to try a relationship.
The Romance Takes Off
Dan, unfortunately, just couldn’t calm down with his partying. Wendy wasn’t blind; she was watching him connect and connect on Facebook, and his friends list kept growing, including a lot of other women. She never believed at that point that Dan was cheating on her, but he was definitely being very friendly, maybe too friendly.
Jealousy Kicks In
Wendy finally started succumbing to her doubts and wondering why the hell Dan had so many female friends on social media. Wasn’t she supposed to be his woman focus? That put Wendy into a negative spiral, and she stopped being social. Her studies had been suffering, and she needed to correct the ship quick to stay on track. Dan was, however, busy going elsewhere.
Alone
Dan kept with his partying despite Wendy’s concerns. He started leaving her alone and still going to his parties. Dan’s habit were starting to become a problem in their relationship, and he didn’t want to give them up. Then, Dan left his computer and Facebook page open, and Wendy came across it. Her curiosity got the best of her, and Wendy started reading his messages. Was Dan actually cheating on her?
The Message Was Innocent
Despite her suspicious, the message from a woman Dan never mentioned was innocent. But it was enough to set Wendy off, and she started tearing through all of his Facebook posts and messages, realizing he was talking to dozens of women. It sent Wendy into Sputnik orbit with her stress.
Getting to the Bottom of Things
Wendy was so full of doubt, she wasn’t sure anything Dan was telling her anymore was truthful. Her own confidence issues didn’t help. Dan wouldn’t quit partying, and her mind started play tricks on her. That led to arguments and soon their relationship was hurting. They finally broke up.
Hard Choices
Dan felt like he was being trapped and forced to give up what he wanted. Wendy knew she couldn’t get him to compromise, so she let him go to focus on her studies instead.
7 Years Later
Interestingly, Dan and Wendy connected again seven years later. They had grown as people and as individuals, so was there anything left to bring them back together? Wendy had kept herself busy and developed a YouTube voice on fashion and fitness. Her line of natural beauty and health hit it big, and Wendy was very popular.
Connecting Again
Dan was the first to try again. He happened to find Wendy’s YouTube channel and kept watching more and more of it. He was amazed with how she had grown, how her confidence had developed, and whom Wendy had become. He began to feel attracted to her again as well.
Meet Up
When they did meet up again, both felt awkward and wondered what the other one was thinking. The attraction was still there, but so was a lot of anxiety. Had anything changed? Was it worth even trying to just be disappointed again? Wendy didn’t want to be sucked down a hole again. So much had worked out for her since their breakup.
Slow Steps
They continued to communicate and talk. Dan even guest appeared in one of her videos. Wendy began to feel closer to Dan again and the feeling was mutual. So where was this going a second time around? The didn’t know, but they kept spending more time together again. The YouTube channel was cathartic as they were able to give advice on their own mistakes to others needing help.
Two to Tango
Dan and Wendy realized they had something powerful. It wasn’t just a feeling; Wendy’s channel had exploded to 100,000 followers. It had been 10 years since they first met and got together. Dan and Wendy decided to surprise their fans with something big. The posted a photo that changed their digital world. Side by side, the couple showed themselves then and now 10 years later.
Comparison
The couple’s photo and time lapse hit it big. Not only did the likes jump by the tens of thousands, the story hit the big press as well. Suddenly, their post was showing up in major newspapers and dailies. What the heck was going on? As it turned out, their dedication to fitness seemed to make time go backwards. Many thought the couple looked younger than 10 years earlier.
Glowing
It’s no big secret that fitness and eating right makes people look healthier. It showed in the couple’s photo, but they were shocked by how their audience responded. Realizing they hit on something big, Dan and Wendy decided to focus their channel on fitness and make it work for them. There theme would be different world locations while making fitness videos on location. The fans loved it.
World Traveling
They were different people now. Wendy was full of confidence, and Dan was far more focused on them versus his party days. The change brought them closer together. And, on one trip in France, Dan took the chance to propose to Wendy right in front of a very famous Tower.
Making It Work
The two knew their bond was something unique and special, and it took some absence to find it again. Dan and Wendy continued to keep moving around and, ultimately, they relocated to Costa Rica because the location worked better for their fitness on location theme. Most importantly, their relationship came back even stronger.
When Max Evans-Browning learned that Sir David Attenborough was turning 99, he knew exactly how he wanted to celebrate: by drawing 99 of his favorite animals.
The five-year-old from Pembrokeshire, Wales, has adored the legendary broadcaster and biologist for as long as he could talk, according to his mother, Samantha. “His bedroom is animals. He watches animals, reads about animals—he lives and breathes them,” she said.
Over four days, Max carefully illustrated 99 creatures across eight A3 sheets of paper, spending each evening after school working on his tribute. With help from his mum, Max researched Sir David’s most-loved animals to make the drawings as special as possible. The final result is part birthday card, part wildlife encyclopedia—drawn entirely by a passionate young fan.
To help make her son’s dream come true, Samantha posted the drawings on Facebook, asking for help in getting the card into Sir David’s hands. The post quickly gained traction, with hundreds of shares and supportive comments pouring in from around the world. “Max is fascinated people in Australia could see the post,” she said.
Max’s admiration for Attenborough runs deep. At just three years old, he dressed as him for World Book Day. He also regularly goes litter picking and is especially concerned about plastic pollution in the ocean. When watching nature documentaries, he isn’t upset by tough scenes. Instead, he calmly explains, “Well, a predator goes after its prey—that’s life.”
Samantha says her son has watched all of Attenborough’s documentaries and owns more animal encyclopedias than she can count. “He’ll name a pangolin like it’s the most obvious thing in the world,” she said.
While the online attention has been exciting, Max has only one wish: that his drawings reach Sir David. His birthday message is simple:
“Happy Birthday from Max Evans-Browning, age 5, from Pembrokeshire.”
And thanks to the power of social media—and a whole lot of heart—there’s a chance it just might.
There’s nothing quite like finding a place to call home—and for one tiny kitten, the moment she realized she was finally safe brought her to tears. Literally.
In a heart-melting TikTok video posted by WCJC Animal Shelter (@wcjcanimalshelter), a small kitten is seen crying softly after being rescued and taken in by a loving forever family. Her little meows of relief and joy have captured the internet’s attention, as viewers are moved by the pure emotion of the moment.
As the shelter put it: “The minute you realize you have been rescued and are safe now.”
The video shows the kitten gently nibbling on food, already more relaxed and comforted knowing that she’s finally out of the shelter and headed into a new life filled with love.
One viewer summed it up perfectly in the comments: “Thank you so much for saving this beautiful precious little fur baby. So cute and little.”
While this sweet story has a happy ending, many cats are still waiting in shelters for their own second chance. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA), roughly 3.2 million cats enter shelters in the U.S. every year. Of those, about 2.1 million are adopted, but hundreds of thousands remain in shelters or face euthanasia due to overcrowding and lack of resources.
Shelters do their best to provide care, food, and medical attention, but they can be stressful environments, especially for kittens and more sensitive animals. Constant noise, unfamiliar smells, and the coming and going of other animals can leave pets anxious and withdrawn. That’s why adoption makes such a powerful difference—it doesn’t just give an animal a home, it gives them peace.
Stories like this one are a reminder of the difference a little love can make. When you adopt, foster, or support your local animal shelter, you’re helping transform fear into trust, and loneliness into family.
And sometimes, if you listen closely, you might even hear a tiny thank-you meow.
In the vast, frozen landscapes of Canada’s Wapusk National Park, a rare and touching moment between a polar bear mother and her cub was captured on film by tour guide Drew Hamilton. The video, which has melted hearts worldwide, showcases the deep bond between a mother polar bear and her young cub as they cuddle and play in the snow.
Hamilton, who had to obtain a special permit to observe polar bears in their natural habitat, explained that this time of year is ideal for witnessing these interactions. As spring approaches, mother bears emerge from their dens with their cubs, preparing them for the journey ahead.
The Early Days of a Polar Bear Cub
Polar bear cubs are typically born around December in the safety of a snow den, where they stay for several months to gain strength. By spring, they are ready to venture out with their mother, who will guide them to the sea ice—a crucial step in their survival.
During this time, the mother bear teaches her cub how to hunt and navigate the icy environment. Cubs rely on their mother’s rich, fatty milk and small portions of seal blubber as they grow. This period of learning lasts for two to three years, after which the cub must survive on its own.
A Moment of Pure Affection
The video captures an endearing moment as the cub clambers over its mother, snuggling into her fur. Viewers in the comments section expressed overwhelming joy, calling the scene “cuteness overload.” Many noted that these rare glimpses into nature’s tenderness are the kind of uplifting news they love to see.
As Hamilton pointed out, this young cub is likely still nursing and experiencing the first stages of its development. Soon, it will follow its mother onto the ice, where its survival instincts will begin to take shape.
The Journey Ahead
For now, this polar bear family is enjoying precious moments together before embarking on the long trek toward the sea ice. The footage serves as a beautiful reminder of the natural world’s wonders and the importance of protecting the fragile Arctic ecosystem that these majestic creatures call home.
As climate change continues to impact polar bear habitats, capturing and sharing these moments becomes even more essential. They remind us of the delicate balance of life in the Arctic and the resilience of these incredible animals.
In a moment of hope amid devastation, a California man surprised his girlfriend with an impromptu proposal after uncovering the engagement ring he feared had been lost in the Los Angeles wildfires.
Brian McShea and Stephanie Raynor returned to the site of their Altadena home, which had been destroyed by the Eaton Fire, to see if anything had survived the inferno. The wildfire, part of a series of destructive blazes across Los Angeles County, burned more than 14,000 acres, destroyed over 16,000 structures, and claimed at least 28 lives.
McShea, who had hidden the ring in a desk drawer before the fire, was determined to search through the rubble despite low expectations. “I thought the ring was going to completely disintegrate,” he admitted. Yet, as they sifted through the ashes, brushing away debris, McShea spotted the glimmer of a diamond.
The discovery shifted McShea’s plans for a future proposal into an immediate act of love. Kneeling amid the ruins, dressed in protective gear, he asked Raynor to marry him. “I’m crying,” Raynor recalled of the emotional moment.
Though their home is gone, the couple is resolute in their commitment to rebuild their lives together. “We’re really hoping that Los Angeles can support Altadena in its rebuild effort for the next couple years,” McShea said.
The proposal and their resilience offer a poignant reminder of the human spirit’s ability to find love and hope even in the ashes of loss. The couple has yet to set a wedding date but plans to remain in the area as they start anew.
Meanwhile, Southern California has seen much-needed rainfall, bringing relief to fire-scarred landscapes but raising concerns about mudslides. Emergency crews are working to prevent flash floods in affected areas as the region faces the challenges of recovery.
Volunteers gathered in Vancouver on Saturday morning to help brighten the holidays for homeless youth. The annual Backpacks of Hope initiative, led by Covenant House, provides gifts for 350 young people, ages 16 to 24, who use the non-profit’s residential housing and drop-in programs.
“This is like the community is wrapping the youth with a hug for the holidays,” said Amanda Merler, manager of volunteer services at Covenant House. “Getting these backpacks shows them there are people out looking to support them.”
Giving Back: A Volunteer’s Story
Among the 50 volunteers was Andrew Teel, a 22-year-old who spent part of his childhood in foster care.
“I could have been one of those youths,” Teel said. Born with fetal alcohol syndrome, Teel now works in a restaurant and is part of an adoptive family. “I wanted to help youth who might not have had the opportunity I have now—a family that cares about you and a safe place.”
Teel first volunteered at 13 and continues to return every year with his adoptive family.
Thoughtful Gifts for the Season
Each backpack contains practical and comforting items, including:
- Warm clothing like socks and toques
- Toiletries and first aid kits
- Chocolates for the holidays
- Journals for reflection
“All of our residents wake up on Christmas morning to find a backpack under the tree with staff all gathered around, just like a traditional family,” Merler said.
Community Collaboration
The initiative relies on support from 35 groups—corporate teams, schools, and individuals—who help bundle and deliver the backpacks.
Covenant House continues to face fundraising challenges, particularly with mail delays impacting donations. To support the initiative, donations can be made at covenanthousebc.org or by calling 604-638-4438.
For Vancouver’s homeless youth, this effort serves as a reminder that they are not alone. The backpacks offer more than supplies—they bring warmth, care, and hope during a difficult time of year.
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