I think we can all collectively agree 2016 will go down in history as one of the strangest years thus far. Was this year even real or was it all some sort of weird joke? Don't get me wrong, there have been good, bad, sad, and amazing moments this year...but most of all, there have been plenty of weird and WTF moments throughout 2016. Here's a nice recap of some interesting things that happened this year:
1. Clowns
Why? I really wish I knew the answer as to why people felt the need to dress up as clowns and terrify the world. Seriously, was there some sort of clown mafia throughout the world that decided 2016 was a good year to scare the shit out of everyone? Besides the strangeness of creepy clowns terrorizing the world, there was also a man dressed as batman attempting to take down the clowns. I wish I could say I'm making this up, but I'm not. Someone must have shined the bat signal because the dark knight came out to save the world from clowns.
2. Ted Cruz
The whole election was definitely one for the books, and I'm not sure it's in a good way. But, Ted Cruz really took the cake for one of the most awkward and slightly creepy candidates. I've never seen such an awkward man on television until Ted Cruz showed up on my screen. In case you forgot, check out some of his moments here and you'll immediately become uncomfortable. Also, did anyone ever confirm whether he really is the zodiac killer or not?
3. The Donald
Yes, I am talking about the man himself, Donald Trump. No one thought he would become our president in the beginning of 2016, and look where we are now. Donald Trump is going to be the next president of the United States and it happened in 2016, the wildest year in history. Coincidence? I think not.
4. Pokemon Go
People were literally getting into car accidents, injuring themselves, and ending friendships because of this damn game. Who knew fictional creatures on a smart phone could cause so much havoc around the world? Pokemon Go should stay in 2016. The world might be a slightly safer place without hooligans running around neighborhoods chasing virtual pikachu.
5. Hiddleswift
Aka the world's worst couple name for a couple who didn't last long anyway. Tom Hiddleston and Taylor Swift got together in 2016 and ended rather quickly. People were up in arms about this relationship too as if it really mattered. But it was all over social media and major headlines as if it were a global disaster. Luckily, the drama ended when the couple ended.
6. Brexit
Don't worry America, Great Britain was also a shit show with their politics this year as well. We weren't the only ones with shocking results and WTF moments in the political atmosphere. Why people thought it would be a good idea to leave the EU is a mystery, to be honest.
7. Various unforgettable memes
Many of these fall into the WTF category but are also some of the better things to have come out of 2016. Long live expressions from Gavin, Arthur's clenched fist, caveman SpongeBob and last, but most importantly, the Joe Biden and Obama memes. 2016 was a year of unforgettable memes that connected the world. They may have been strange, but they sure were funny and relatable.
8. Harambe
Yes, the best was saved for last. I know this is still hard for many to talk about because Harambe was beloved by many, especially after his tragic death. But seriously, thousands, maybe millions, spent this past year worshipping a dead gorilla. A dead gorilla was written in on multiple presidential ballots. Let that sink in and accurately represent this year. But for real, RIP Harambe. Your legend lives on.
These are just some of the many bizarre things that happened in 2016. This year was one wild ride and I'm not sure about others, but I'm ready to get off. Please be better, 2017.
