After beating New Zealand 2-0 in a qualifying match, the Peruvian national team is taking the country to its first World Cup in what will be 36 years. Following the match, exhilarated fans took to the streets of Lima to celebrate their team’s imminent trip to Russia next summer.
Sure, the team still has a world-class field of competition to contend with, but for now, the fans are beyond thrilled that their team has made it to the big game.
Prior to the match (and during the match), there were elements of bad behavior — fireworks and laser pointer abuse — that could have served as a bad omen of things to come. But the revelry following the team’s victory over New Zealand was, for the most part, peaceful, if raucous.
How hard were the folks in Peru partying?
Aggressively enough that following Jefferson Farfan’s first goal for the side in the 27th minute, Chile was reporting seismic activity that was attributed to very, very, happy fans.
The country’s president, Pablo Kuczynski, offered not just his heartfelt congratulations to the team, but also something for the celebratory populace. Following the victory, the government announced that Thursday would be an impromptu national holiday.
From the looks of the scene in Lima, many of these fans weren’t going to be terribly productive hours later at work anyway, so it was a practical consideration as well as an empathetic one.
Let’s hope they can keep the country in one piece if they manage to make a deep run next summer at the 2018 World Cup. Something tells me the fanbase will be properly rested and recovered by then.
Probably.
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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.