After 25 years as the epicenter for southern sports, the Georgia Dome in Atlanta was imploded on Nov. 20. It was the only stadium to host the Olympics, Super Bowl, and Final Four. When it was built, it was the largest covered stadium in the world, but now it’s been replaced by Atlanta’s shiny new Mercedes-Benz Stadium — an adjacent structure that’ll eventually cost taxpayers over $700 million.
The implosion of the dome caught the world’s attention on social media and not just for the spectacular way it collapsed. A cameraman from the Weather Channel had the perfect angle on the implosion, but a MARTA bus pulled in front of the camera right as the explosives went off, obscuring the shot. Only when the structure had been completely razed did the bus pull away.
The video of the cameraman groaning and spouting off expletives was an immediate hit online.
After video of the interrupting bus spread, memes began popping up online of the unassuming MARTA bus driving in front of some of the greatest moments in recent sports history, from Aaron Rodgers’ Hail Mary to Kerri Strug’s amazing performance at the 1996 Olympics in Atlanta.
Will the interrupting bus eventually beat out Crying Jordan as the king of sports memes? Or will it drive off into the sunset all too soon like the dome itself?
That damn Atlanta bus is everywhere! pic.twitter.com/6zSYAtoaGp
— SI Extra Mustard (@SI_ExtraMustard) November 21, 2017
REALLY, MARTA?! pic.twitter.com/t2D6dXX9lc
— Atlanta Falcons (@AtlantaFalcons) November 21, 2017
DEFENSIVE PLAYER OF THE YEAR? pic.twitter.com/sUofNg3YWF
— The Checkdown (@thecheckdown) November 21, 2017
Another great moment in Georgia Dome history brought to you with support from MARTA. pic.twitter.com/cZBrLoPKGO
— Jimmy Greenbeans (@jimygreenbeans) November 21, 2017
Not sure why everyone is so upset with Baker Mayfield. I didn't see him do anything wrong. pic.twitter.com/UetCnB3UsG
— Matt Galloway (@themattgalloway) November 21, 2017
That dang Atlanta bus is back at it again... pic.twitter.com/4oX2zcZI1q
— Rudy Flyer (@DaytonRudyFlyer) November 21, 2017
Grieving couple comforting each other
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.