5 Videos That Will Turn Your Day Around in 3 Minutes or Less

We all often have those bad days or not-so-good days or simply "blah" days that leave us in a funk...

THANK GOD FOR THE INTERNETS.

Yes, ladies & gentlemen, when I'm in a real bout of dismay, depression, disinterest, or the dumps, I often turn to the simple joy of amateur internet video nonsense (accompanied by wine and CheezIts, when available). Never really sure what it is - the random creativity, the moments of awe, the connected human experience... or just the fact that sometimes, something that makes you smile, giggle, or laugh will remind you things aren't always as bad as they seem. It's the small moments, folks.

The following are my top favorites that maybe you've seen, maybe you haven't. But they're all under 3:00min a piece, so there's no excuse not to take a few minutes to enjoy them all. (If the embedded videos don't work, click the link to follow to another page.)

1. Baby Trashes Bar in Las Palmas (1:30min) - I don't exactly remember how I discovered this video, but this clip from a Norwegian short film is -I'm pretty sure- a glimpse of my future daughter. Part 1:09 is where I just lose it.

2. Pearl the Landlord (2:21) - This will never get old. I quote it obnoxiously. And apparently I have a thing for toddlers acting as little people. (PG-13 for mild language.)

The Landlord from Will Ferrell      

3. Waving Beaver at the Oregon Zoo (0:20) - Now for a kid actually doing little kid things. It's seriously hard not to smile through all 20 seconds of this.



4. The NFL: A Bad Lip Reading (2:49) - I don't care if you're a fan of football or not. This only gets better and BETTER with every time you watch it.



5. Shooting Fish in a Barrel (2:22) - This Flula guy is ridiculous, obviously very foreign and with an interesting perspective on American culture. His English is about 80% there, which makes it even more comical. My friend Tracy J. introduced me to him, which is appropriate given she's an ESOL teacher - she deals with interesting language dilemas all the time. But even if you're not a language guru, this video is still hilarious (and check out his 'Daddy Long Legs' one, too).

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There are obviously many MANY videos deserving of B@T mention, but I'm sure you they'll turn up in a "round 2" down the road. Because, let's face it, you can never have too many ridiculous internet videos in your back-pocket for those days you need a pick-me-up.

Have a favorite?

Leave it in the comments below or shoot me a message by clicking the Email button in the top left corner. These things are meant to be shared, right?

And most importantly,

ENJOY. :)

Hugs & high fives,

C