The powers of the internet can be used to spread hate and nastiness, or they can be used to spread love and joy. We much prefer when they're used to spread love and joy. Sometimes we just need to take a break from our own harsh reality and take a peek into the wholesome highlights of somebody else's life.
Keep reading to see some of the most wholesome moments ever captured on camera. If these photos don't make you say "aww," I don't know what will.
An Adorable Interruption
This man was doing some kind of street performance in Turkey, but this stray dog saw him lying on the ground and thought he was in trouble, so he came over to help.
Best Friends Forever
These boys hadn't seen each other since lockdown started and their school was closed. When it was time for them to go home, they started hugging and they wouldn't let go of each other.
Her Last Day Of Chemo
This little girl finished chemotherapy on the day that this photo was taken. Her name is Lyla, she's not even a year old yet, and she beat cancer. What have you done with your life?
Love From Nana
This person got a text from her 90-year-old grandmother. When she opened it, it was this photo of her grandmother next to her 23-year-old cat. They are both so adorable.
Taking Her Health Into Her Own Hands
Reddit user tazijade posted this photo online along with the caption, "I decided to finally go vaccinated behind my anti-vax parent's back!" The whole internet was proud of her that day.
Who Wouldn't Want To Walk This Dog?
This woman just got a new puppy and it looks like her young neighbor Troy has noticed. Troy would love nothing more than to be able to take this adorable dog on walks sometimes.
Making History
These photos were taken the moment that Nike surprised Justin Gallegos with a contract. Justin is Nike's first professional athlete with cerebral palsy. This was the moment that Justin knew that he had succeeded in changing the world.
Love Is Love
Reddit user macthesnackattack posted this photo online along with the caption, "I came out when I was 14 (now 35) and to say my parents weren't thrilled is a complete understatement. But last night, 21 years later, I saw this little ornament on their tree and I really can’t believe how far they’ve both come as humans."
A New Friend
This kid is 4 years old. He really likes reindeer. He has reindeer all over his pajamas. He went out to play in his hometown in Virginia, and then he came back home with a new friend.
Showing Their Appreciation
Reddit user screenshotofdispair posted this photo online along with the caption, "A UPS driver went above-and-beyond this year, delivering nearly 200 packages a day through lockdowns and the flurry of the Holiday season. This week, hundreds of neighbors came out to give him a hero's salute."
Doing Way Better
This guy was homeless and addicted to heroin for three years. Now he's sober, he has an adorable dog, and he's starting his job as the coordinator of a homeless shelter.
Doing The Dishes
Reddit user w-o-r-k-l-o-g-i-n posted this photo online along with the caption, "The CEO of my company doing the dishes after buying everyone lunch. This is why I love my job."
Taking A Nap
The woman who took this photo works as an equine vet. While she was busy tending to one of the other horses on this farm, this little guy decided to take a nap on her feet.
A Handmade Sweater
This little snake is named Spaghetti. His owner thought that he might get cold in the winter, so she knitted him this gorgeous purple sweater. We think it looks great on him.
Right In The Feels
Okay, this one hit me harder than I expected. Reddit user MECHASCHMECK posted this photo online along with the caption, "2500 mile flight, 2-hour drive, 6-hour hike, and my wife is at rest."
Hard Work Pays Off
Reddit user Lim_er_ick posted this photo online along with the caption, "So I met this kid at an orphanage in Tanzania a few years ago and told him that if he studied his butt off, I'd pay for his school to help him towards his dream of becoming a doctor. He just got into medical school. I don’t have kids but I’m proud like a mother hen."
Finally A Family
This guy officially became the dad of this little boy on the day that this photo was taken. They had been living as father and son for a while now, this is when they made it official.
She's Still Got It
Reddit user Leopoldo14 posted this photo online along with the caption, "My grandmother turned 100 last Oct., this is her doing the plank for 30 seconds." She clearly has impeccable form.
Sharing An Umbrella
Reddit user Z06Chris posted this photo online along with the caption, "My father said he started leaving food out like I do, I visited him today and saw this." I wish I had this many cats in my backyard on a regular basis...
A Handmade Bed
This woman caught her husband making something in the garage. He told her it was a new bed frame. It turned out that it was a new bed frame for the cat.
The Little Things
This guy overcame his depression and went for a hike outside. He was really proud of himself so he snapped this photo and posted it on the internet. He looks so happy!
A New Start
This guy overcame his addiction and celebrated a year of sobriety by adding a new furry friend to his life. I can think of no better way to get a new start.
A Very Thoughtful Gift
Reddit user KiraCoatl posted this photo online along with the caption, "Bought something for our dog on chewy, but he died before it got here. Not only did they refund us the money, but they also said to keep it and donate it to a local shelter in his name. And on top of all that, they found a florist in our area and sent us flowers that were the color of his fur."
Painting For A Good Cause
This 8-year-old is making paintings and selling them to raise money for animal shelters in her area. We think this painting is pretty fantastic. What an amazing young lady!
A Proud Moment
This amateur artist just won second place for her painting in a local painting competition, and she couldn't be more proud. We think this painting probably deserved first place, though.
Making The Bed
Reddit user cooterholland posted this photo online along with the caption, "I've hosted a friend since November due to their depression. Today she made her bed for the first time. She's at the store right now."
Her Own House
Twelve years ago, this lady was homeless. This photo was taken on the day that she was able to buy her very own home. What an amazing accomplishment! She looks so happy.