Anyone who’s flown on an airplane, seen a movie in a theater, or sat in a waiting room knows that even the best parents can have a hard time managing their kids from time to time. For bystanders, a disruptive child can be frustrating, but as angry as one can get at the situation, it’s hard to know who’s really at fault. You can’t yell at the kid, and the parent would be a convenient scapegoat, but they’re often trying their best.
So what do you do when you see a kid going wild?
If you’re Caruso’s restaurant in Mooresville, North Carolina, you avoid the problem and the blame game that follows by just banning kids altogether.
The fine dining restaurant is drawing the outrage of parents and nonparents alike for what’s, objectively, age discrimination against kids, and discrimination against parents for adults. That said, the restaurant is within its legal rights, and the ban has led to a clear spike in business.
Speaking to The Washington Post, general manager Yoshi Nunez says the eatery’s gone from about 50 customers per night to 80, all due to the no-kids policy. While it might be a topic of controversy for some—but not many—Twitter seems overwhelmingly supportive of the policy), Nunez calls it a dream come true. “ Banning children has always been a topic in the industry and every owner says, ‘I wish I could do it. Our owner has the full support of the staff. We work here to make a living, too, and we support our owner 100 percent," Nunez said.
The proverbial straw that broke the camel’s back came when a little girl was playing with her iPad at full volume, disrupting and annoying nearby diners. Despite repeated requests by staff to turn the device’s volume down, the parents refused. From that moment forward, Nunez decided he wouldn’t rely on parents to control their kids, but rather ban any child under 5 from the restaurant.
Caruso’s isn’t the first restaurant to ban kids, but the revelation that the controversial move could actually increase business may make the restaurant a pioneering force in a new trend. The spike in adult (read: drinking) diners certainly makes the controversy easier to bear.
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This response to someone grieving a friend might be the best internet comment ever
When someone is hit with the sudden loss of a friend or loved one, words rarely feel like enough. Yet, more than a decade ago, a wise Redditor named GSnow shared thoughts so profound they still bring comfort to grieving hearts today.
Originally posted around 2011, the now-famous reply was rediscovered when Upvoted, an official Reddit publication, featured it again to remind everyone of its enduring truth. It began as a simple plea for help: “My friend just died. I don't know what to do.”
What followed was a piece of writing that many consider one of the internet’s best comments of all time. It remains shared across social media, grief forums, and personal messages to this day because its honesty and metaphor speak to the raw reality of loss and the slow, irregular path toward healing.
Below is GSnow’s full reply, unchanged, in all its gentle, wave-crashing beauty:
Why this advice still matters
Mental health professionals and grief counselors often describe bereavement in stages or phases, but GSnow’s “wave theory” gives an image more relatable for many. Rather than a linear process, grief surges and retreats—sometimes triggered by a song, a place, or a simple morning cup of coffee.
In recent years, this metaphor has found renewed relevance. Communities on Reddit, TikTok, and grief support groups frequently reshare it to help explain the unpredictable nature of mourning.
Many readers say this analogy helps them feel less alone, giving them permission to ride each wave of grief rather than fight it.
Finding comfort in shared wisdom
Since this comment first surfaced, countless people have posted their own stories underneath it, thanking GSnow and passing the words to others facing fresh heartbreak. It’s proof that sometimes, the internet can feel like a global support group—strangers linked by shared loss and hope.
For those searching for more support today, organizations like The Dougy Center, GriefShare, and local bereavement groups offer compassionate resources. If you or someone you know is struggling with intense grief, please reach out to mental health professionals who can help navigate these deep waters.
When grief comes crashing like the ocean, remember these words—and hang on. There is life between the waves.
This article originally appeared four years ago.