Memes

 It is funny now that when I think about memes, they practically run the internet. When I feel bored or need a laugh, I just start browsing on either Facebook or Instagram to look for memes. Often, I run into the ones that I have seen before and enjoy a laugh once again. But when I run into a new trend of memes, it is hilarious. The most recent ones that I have seen my peers use are along the lines of, "This is (insert name), be smart like (insert name)". These memes typically describe what a person does and states whether or not it is a smart thing to do. 

 Now, these memes may be a way for our current world to express ourselves, especially when the internet has given the power to allow us to be anonymous. These memes surfaced along with the Kermit the Frog memes, Pepe memes & the oh so famous I ain't got time for dat memes. It has been somewhat of the internet sensation and it has allowed people to identify themselves by reading those memes. The memes let people know that they are not alone with the feelings, actions or even thoughts that they are having. That is why we often see people laugh at the memes that they identify with or relate to the most.

 Sometimes, I realize when I have seen enough of a certain wave of memes, there is a new wave that has surfaced and before I know it, the internet and people I know are all over it. It starts to become overrated and the trend starts again with a new wave of memes. It has definitely become a market for us to start creating different ways to entertain our minds and sell products. 

 My final thoughts are, I like memes, memes has become part of our lives. As a student, we often feel lonely and lost in our quest to the goals we want to achieve but memes help us find a part of ourselves and let us know that we are not alone in all this. They let us know that we are not the only one who is feeling broke or struggling in school. It is a good form of laughter and encouragement for us to live just a little longer before we become adults.