Tyson Jost of the Colorado Avalanche took a cross-ice pass from his teammate and slid a shot past the Minnesota Wild’s goalie to score his first ever NHL goal in just his fourth game. As you can see from the video above, it was all a little too much for his grandpa Jim to process.
Jim had ventured down from his farm in Fort Saskatchewan, Alberta, to take in his grandson’s first few pro games and when he saw the goal, he broke down. Then, like so many of us, he reached for his popcorn to eat his feelings.
Jost’s grandfather has been a puddle of tears since last June when the Avalanche drafted Tyson No. 10 overall. His emotional reaction to seeing his grandson selected caused him to melt the heart of NHL fans. It also caused his family to tease him about being a big ol’ softy. “I embarrassed my kids all to hell,” Jost told NHL.com. “But, it's a happy cry. This is so rewarding.” Jim was back with the waterworks when Tyson made his NHL debut for Colorado last week. But Jim wasn’t done, he said he didn’t want to miss a game in person until he saw his grandson score his first goal, and now he’s finally seen it.
For the Jost family, this was a team effort that got Tyson to the pros. His single mother, Laura, balanced work and shuttling Tyson to rinks at 6 a.m. Then his grandparents uprooted their lives to move to Kelowna, British Columbia. with Tyson when he was 13 years old, so he could attend the Pursuit of Excellence Hockey Academy, while Laura stayed home to care for Tyson’s sister. The time at the hockey-focused academy paid off, developing Tyson into a top-tier player. So he was quick to thank his family after the game for helping him get to the pros.
“It's amazing. I'm a little bit disappointed that I couldn't have my mom in the stands,” Tyson Jost told reporters after the game. “She had to go back home and work and look out for my sister, but it's great to have my grandpa. He's kind of my secret weapon throughout my whole life. He knows a lot about hockey. I don't think people realize how great of a hockey mind he has. He helped me a lot.”
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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.