A note to all the potential joyriders and car thieves out there: If you’re going to target a car, you may want to know exactly whose car you’re dealing with before stealing it.
When two-time gold medalist and soccer star Abby Wambach learned that her car had been stolen, used for a joyride, then returned with hate speech written on the inside, she was understandably furious.
While her announcement of the crime via an Instagram post conveys her anger, it also serves as a call to her Florida community to help her track down the perps. Finding the parties responsible shouldn’t be too difficult, as Wambach also notes in the post that she has the license plate number of the black car the criminals were driving.
As the culprits remain at large, so too do several of her possessions, including a purse and wallet. It’s unclear if Wambach’s waiting 24 hours to turn to the police, but it’s unlikely that avenue hasn’t already been pursued.
In any event, it sounds from the soccer star’s post that their time on the run is in short supply, so hopefully, they return her belongings and own up to their actions. From the tone of her message, it doesn’t sound like she is the sort of enemy you want on your trail.
If doing the right thing isn’t motivation enough, then perhaps the wrath of Abby Wambach will convince these “idiots” to come clean.
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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.