Jim Thome’s plaque in the Baseball Hall of Fame will depict the Cleveland Indians icon with a hat bearing the team’s “Block C” logo rather than the offensive Chief Wahoo mascot that the team will continue to use in the upcoming 2018 season.
The decision to break from the logo that Thome wore for most of his career was the result of a direct request from Thome himself as well as an internal decision made by the powers that be at the Hall of Fame.
The latter issued a statement indicating that the exclusion of the racist depiction will be systematic going forward, regardless of the team’s treatment of the logo in its operations. The statement suggests that the exclusion will only be forward-looking and that existing plaques will not be altered to remove the Chief Wahoo logo.
While the Hall of Fame’s action is clear, the Indians have waivered on their promise to eradicate the stereotype from its identity. Though team owner Paul Dolan has previously offered lip service as to the promised removal, his action has been far from swift. He pledged to make the change as early as 2016 but has since stated that the team will abandon the logo in 2019 — and only then as a condition set by the league for the team’s hosting of that year’s All-Star Game.
Until that time comes (if it actually does), we will bear witness to both the continued objections of the wronged parties as well as a parade of offensive visuals that the team seems indifferent to ending.
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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.