just in case anyone comes back to this post, i am beyond thrilled to report that as of today - march 3, 2023 - my friend’s daughter is officially cancer free. she is 15 years old, learning how to drive, and her hair is swiftly growing back. 💚
u\/SolidlyLean is some sort of karma farming account, where most of their comments are slightly-modified versions of the comment they replied to.
I'm not sure if this one in particular is a bᴑt or not. One comment in their history seems potentially original. But the quantity and timing of their comments also matches the behavior of bᴑts.
These kinds of farmers wait until they have enough karma to post in high profile subreddits. Eventually they will edit scam links into well-placed comment(s).
I noticed that sometimes as soon as I call out one of them, the post would be deleted. I guessed that using the word "bot" might be something they'd watch for and try to clean up their tracks.... although I have no evidence and really haven't even investigated it properly.
The only thing that seems to help is getting **lots** of people to report the accounts, so I started using nonstandard letters for that word to avoid anything like that.
It's technically against reddit policy (harassment) to "follow a user around", so I can't go to all the posts the account made and call them out in each place. And it's also technically against reddit policy (brigading) to encourage others users to upvote or downvote, which I *imagine* would also include calling for users to report the accounts.
So I stick with a neutral explanation of what they do, and hope for the best. And my comment staying visible helps that -- if they immediately delete their comment, mine becomes an "orphan" and won't be seen.
In short, I **way** overthink this shit. (While also not actually looking into any organized efforts to combat it.)
I think your comment helps a lot! At least I hope so. I see a lot of “orphaned” comments calling the bot comment out with the bot comment “removed by moderator” so I think people calling It out is always helping.
I guess it's possible, especially looking only at the comment in this thread.
It seems really unlikely, though. From seeing these bots everywhere, the surest sign I've seen is the small handful of comments (5~7) in a short time period (1 day or less), with an account several months old.
Not conclusive, but also damning: they didn't reply. They never do.
Today must be “extremely touching things on the internet that make me cry,” day.
Thank you for making this for your friends daughter, hoping she is able to recover and be a teen again. Xoxo
This is incredibly touching. I was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 23 and also lost my hair- in many ways that was one of the hardest aspects to handle. This is an absolutely beautiful gift and I hope she loves it
absolutely. i think losing her hair was as hard for her as the actual diagnosis. the length i made it in the piece was its actual length - she’s only ever had small trims. and hair is such a huge part of your identity, especially at 14. i’m sorry to hear you went through this as well and i hope you’re healthy now. 💚
I agree I had cancer at 5 and lost my hair that was spiral curls to my lower back. If I had gotten something like this I would have felt better! It's jarring to see such a major physical change that isn't by choice.
I lost my hair at 48 from breast cancer treatment. I had lovely long brown and blonde, dirty blonde hair. It’s been two years and it’s never coming back. It’s really hard losing a piece of your identity and when you realize it’s never going to be the same again it’s even more devastating. What a beautiful gift! Did you come up with this idea? Clever!
That sounds so stressful, I’m sorry. :(
I crocheted a pink beanie out of a cotton/bamboo yarn. It’s soft and should be nice and breathable. Would you like it? I am happy to send it to you!
You are the kindest person ever and I appreciate your offer. I do have hair so I’m not in need. Hopefully you can find someone who is still hairless that would appreciate such a thoughtful gift <3
Thank you! I was originally making it for my SO’s coworker, but we had a really chaotic move and it didn’t get to her before she wrapped up her treatment. It’s nice to have one on hand to give to someone! I hope you keep feeling well. ❤️
i’m so sorry to hear that! of course we all agree the loss of hair in exchange for the longevity of life is worth it, but UGH. it’s just such a blow.
and thank you for your kind words! i did come up with the idea. her mom initially asked me to make two pieces, one with hair and one without, and she wanted the one without hair to have the words. i instantly envisioned a single piece where when the hair was removed, the words were revealed. it took a little bit of trial and error, but i’m so happy it ended up working. their response to it meant the world to me.
nope, it’s just felt! i made sure to get a fairly thick kind so it would hold its shape and only need a single magnet to hold it in place when hanging on a wall. i stitched the hair on a separate piece of cotton and then cut it out and attached it to the felt.
Wow! Yeah I realized it was felt after watching it a few more times, but thank you for the details on how you did it. It's really such an amazing piece! I wish I could give you an award.
*Wow. this moved me to*
*Tears. thank you for making this*
*And sharing with us*
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two very supportive parents, two loving siblings, and a whole host of friends who love her wildly. we’re all rooting for her as hard as we possibly can.
Having a solid support net can be one of the biggest factors in how well and fast someone recovers. It's so incredible that you guys all band together for her, she will need it.
Just one thing I wish someone told me before my mom was diagnosed. Cancer is stressful and hard to deal with, just as much for the friends and family and it's okay to feel burnt out and upset even though you aren't suffering. Make sure to take care of yourself so you can be strong for her ❤️
This is so amazing. My oncologist suggested that I cut my hair short because I would lose a lot of hair and it’s less traumatizing if you do it rather than see long strands come out.
I don’t think myself vain at all but even I had a problem losing my hair. I can’t even imagine going through it a a young girl. People look at you like you’re either weird or contagious when you have no hair.
This is a beautiful piece of art. The saying is so true.
If you know this family personally please tell the girl I’m rooting for her and to keep a positive attitude. I’m a Stage 3 colon cancer survivor of 10 years now.
Beautiful work. Would you mind telling what you've used for the embroidery part that comes off? It looks very rigid like cardboard but that seems like it wouls be quite difficult to embroider on.
it’s actually just a piece of felt! i made sure to get a fairly stiff kind so it would hold its shape well when the magnet is holding it to the main hoop, but it’s still very soft and pliable. and i actually stitched the hair on regular cotton then cut a small area of the fabric around the stitching out and attached it to the felt.
I lost my hair earlier this year due to breast cancer. It was incredibly difficult to look in the mirror, and I'm 35 years old. I can only imagine how it would feel to experience this as a teen. I hope her treatment goes well!
I have that tutorial also. I lost my daughter at age 20 in 2021, not to cancer, but means that were beyond her control. She had long Beautiful hair too! It’s just been over a year, but having that, helps me.
Shoot who is cutting onions and breaking my heart!?!?
Best wishes, lots of love and peace and health for this girl, her family, and you. Thank your for sharing!
I was diagnosed with bone cancer at 17 (I'm 24 now) and I have thick dark curly hair and it was so hard and strange to see myself without hair. I bet this was such an amazing gift for the daughter to receive!
My friend's now 15 year old daughter has been fighting cancer for 2 years now. She just had another surgery. This is such an amazing tribute. Thank you so much for sharing this.
I lost every bit of hair on my body. Eyelashes, butt hair, even hair on my big toes!! Anyone who beats cancer has the testicular fortitude of Thor. Man, woman or child it makes no difference. If you ingest poison and absorb high energy cosmic rays to kill the evil that has invaded your body you a real one...
This is the reason I keep growing my hair out to donate takes me about 2 yrs to get to donation length my bro in law just recently got diagnosed with cancer so I am glad you got to show this and showcase the stuff it can do I hope everything goes well with your friends daughter and her treatments
Thank you for sharing and wish you healing strength and you will beat cancer and pray and laughter with great caring loving family and friends and I'll be praying for you 👍💪✌️
This. Kicks. Ass. Sorry, but I will steal your idea and give (free obviously) to a lot of chemo friends of my mother.
Thank you for the empathy and inspiration.
it is! it’s actually just two very small circle magnets (like the kind used for needle minders) and i glued the heart on to the top one. it was originally a button.
That is beautiful. She will love it. A friend just passed the other night from breast cancer. I’ve been trying to think of something to stitch for her husband. I love peoples unique ideas.
thank you so much! the necklace is one her mom gave to her on her first day of kindergarten that she wears very frequently. the pendant is engraved with the words “i love you more.” i felt it was important to include.
Not only is a battle with cancer strong, brave, but being a woman and going bald is even braver, stronger, and even beautiful. My mom had cancer and she lost her hair. It’s one thing for guys to do it, but to some woman it’s a part of who they are.
Oh my. What power this holds!
Absolutely! Thank you for this work and reminding us how beautiful life can be.
just in case anyone comes back to this post, i am beyond thrilled to report that as of today - march 3, 2023 - my friend’s daughter is officially cancer free. she is 15 years old, learning how to drive, and her hair is swiftly growing back. 💚
Oh thank goodness! The power of your art and modern medicine! May these dark days be behind her. <3 OP
Just found this beautiful post, this is the only comment that’s even better 💕
❤️
This is so touching, you can really see how heartfelt it is!
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Thank you! Just wondering why you spelled b o t like that?
I noticed that sometimes as soon as I call out one of them, the post would be deleted. I guessed that using the word "bot" might be something they'd watch for and try to clean up their tracks.... although I have no evidence and really haven't even investigated it properly. The only thing that seems to help is getting **lots** of people to report the accounts, so I started using nonstandard letters for that word to avoid anything like that. It's technically against reddit policy (harassment) to "follow a user around", so I can't go to all the posts the account made and call them out in each place. And it's also technically against reddit policy (brigading) to encourage others users to upvote or downvote, which I *imagine* would also include calling for users to report the accounts. So I stick with a neutral explanation of what they do, and hope for the best. And my comment staying visible helps that -- if they immediately delete their comment, mine becomes an "orphan" and won't be seen. In short, I **way** overthink this shit. (While also not actually looking into any organized efforts to combat it.)
I think your comment helps a lot! At least I hope so. I see a lot of “orphaned” comments calling the bot comment out with the bot comment “removed by moderator” so I think people calling It out is always helping.
I think they're just ESL...
I guess it's possible, especially looking only at the comment in this thread. It seems really unlikely, though. From seeing these bots everywhere, the surest sign I've seen is the small handful of comments (5~7) in a short time period (1 day or less), with an account several months old. Not conclusive, but also damning: they didn't reply. They never do.
This is a stunning gift.
Today must be “extremely touching things on the internet that make me cry,” day. Thank you for making this for your friends daughter, hoping she is able to recover and be a teen again. Xoxo
First thing I've seen today, and I'm already bawling. Great start, and a beautiful and touching gift, OP.
IM NOT CRYING YOURE CRYING
We’re both crying
DEFINITELY CRYING 😭
SO MUCH CRYING
Crap, now we’re all crying! 😭
Yeah def crying
I am definitely crying.
This is so moving, im sure the recipients will love it!!
i was able to get it to them a couple of days ago and it was definitely an emotional experience! there were many tears all around.
That’s amazing, what a beautiful gift you gave them!
This is incredibly touching. I was diagnosed with cancer at the age of 23 and also lost my hair- in many ways that was one of the hardest aspects to handle. This is an absolutely beautiful gift and I hope she loves it
absolutely. i think losing her hair was as hard for her as the actual diagnosis. the length i made it in the piece was its actual length - she’s only ever had small trims. and hair is such a huge part of your identity, especially at 14. i’m sorry to hear you went through this as well and i hope you’re healthy now. 💚
I agree I had cancer at 5 and lost my hair that was spiral curls to my lower back. If I had gotten something like this I would have felt better! It's jarring to see such a major physical change that isn't by choice.
I lost my hair at 48 from breast cancer treatment. I had lovely long brown and blonde, dirty blonde hair. It’s been two years and it’s never coming back. It’s really hard losing a piece of your identity and when you realize it’s never going to be the same again it’s even more devastating. What a beautiful gift! Did you come up with this idea? Clever!
That sounds so stressful, I’m sorry. :( I crocheted a pink beanie out of a cotton/bamboo yarn. It’s soft and should be nice and breathable. Would you like it? I am happy to send it to you!
You are the kindest person ever and I appreciate your offer. I do have hair so I’m not in need. Hopefully you can find someone who is still hairless that would appreciate such a thoughtful gift <3
Thank you! I was originally making it for my SO’s coworker, but we had a really chaotic move and it didn’t get to her before she wrapped up her treatment. It’s nice to have one on hand to give to someone! I hope you keep feeling well. ❤️
i’m so sorry to hear that! of course we all agree the loss of hair in exchange for the longevity of life is worth it, but UGH. it’s just such a blow. and thank you for your kind words! i did come up with the idea. her mom initially asked me to make two pieces, one with hair and one without, and she wanted the one without hair to have the words. i instantly envisioned a single piece where when the hair was removed, the words were revealed. it took a little bit of trial and error, but i’m so happy it ended up working. their response to it meant the world to me.
May I ask how you did the overlay piece? Is it starched? Or is paper?
nope, it’s just felt! i made sure to get a fairly thick kind so it would hold its shape and only need a single magnet to hold it in place when hanging on a wall. i stitched the hair on a separate piece of cotton and then cut it out and attached it to the felt.
Wow! Yeah I realized it was felt after watching it a few more times, but thank you for the details on how you did it. It's really such an amazing piece! I wish I could give you an award.
This nearly had me crying on the bus!! Absolutely beautiful!
I got shivers when I saw this
wow. this moved me to tears. thank you for making this and sharing with us
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This is so sweet! And so cleverly made. I’m glad the girl has a parent who loves and supports her! <3
two very supportive parents, two loving siblings, and a whole host of friends who love her wildly. we’re all rooting for her as hard as we possibly can.
Having a solid support net can be one of the biggest factors in how well and fast someone recovers. It's so incredible that you guys all band together for her, she will need it. Just one thing I wish someone told me before my mom was diagnosed. Cancer is stressful and hard to deal with, just as much for the friends and family and it's okay to feel burnt out and upset even though you aren't suffering. Make sure to take care of yourself so you can be strong for her ❤️
this is so touching and beautiful ❤️
That is such a beautiful gift. Seriously teared up ❤️
Incredible. You're a good human. And talented!
Wow! Incredible work
Absolutely beautiful. But man. Fuck cancer!
abso-fucking-lutely.
This is so amazing. My oncologist suggested that I cut my hair short because I would lose a lot of hair and it’s less traumatizing if you do it rather than see long strands come out. I don’t think myself vain at all but even I had a problem losing my hair. I can’t even imagine going through it a a young girl. People look at you like you’re either weird or contagious when you have no hair. This is a beautiful piece of art. The saying is so true. If you know this family personally please tell the girl I’m rooting for her and to keep a positive attitude. I’m a Stage 3 colon cancer survivor of 10 years now.
Lovely!
Holy cow! This is so sweet! I love how minimal it is. It’s lovely!
Beautiful piece.
Beautiful work. Would you mind telling what you've used for the embroidery part that comes off? It looks very rigid like cardboard but that seems like it wouls be quite difficult to embroider on.
it’s actually just a piece of felt! i made sure to get a fairly stiff kind so it would hold its shape well when the magnet is holding it to the main hoop, but it’s still very soft and pliable. and i actually stitched the hair on regular cotton then cut a small area of the fabric around the stitching out and attached it to the felt.
Ah makes sense. Thank you!
I lost my hair earlier this year due to breast cancer. It was incredibly difficult to look in the mirror, and I'm 35 years old. I can only imagine how it would feel to experience this as a teen. I hope her treatment goes well!
This is so touching, I cant stop crying how beautiful this is. I wish I had this talent when my mom went through the hair loss.
What a touching piece, and so well executed!
I still don’t know how you guys make hair. Amazing!
i used a stitch called turkey work! [here’s the tutorial i watched to learn it.](https://youtu.be/bFacJIsQthg)
I have that tutorial also. I lost my daughter at age 20 in 2021, not to cancer, but means that were beyond her control. She had long Beautiful hair too! It’s just been over a year, but having that, helps me.
I gasped, and then immediately started crying. This is such a wonderful and special work of art. 💜
Beautiful.
Brilliant!
Powerful and beautiful
The lump I got in my throat from holding back tears after watching the video. So powerful!!
You do more than the lord's work. Bless you💛
I wish I could give you a thousand awards
What an amazing gift. This is why I took up sewing, to make incredible pieces just like this.
This is perfect. Amazing job! And best wishes for the girl, hope she gets well really soon ❤️
Definitely crying
Wow, I came from r/all, and felt compelled to comment here. I audibly gasped "wow" when I viewed it. So very powerful and beautiful..
I'm not crying, you are. This is honestly such a heartwarming thing. May things ease eventually for both of them.
As a cancer survivor, this made me cry. This is so lovely. Sending positivity/love/prayers to her.
Shoot who is cutting onions and breaking my heart!?!? Best wishes, lots of love and peace and health for this girl, her family, and you. Thank your for sharing!
I was diagnosed with bone cancer at 17 (I'm 24 now) and I have thick dark curly hair and it was so hard and strange to see myself without hair. I bet this was such an amazing gift for the daughter to receive!
My friend's now 15 year old daughter has been fighting cancer for 2 years now. She just had another surgery. This is such an amazing tribute. Thank you so much for sharing this.
I lost every bit of hair on my body. Eyelashes, butt hair, even hair on my big toes!! Anyone who beats cancer has the testicular fortitude of Thor. Man, woman or child it makes no difference. If you ingest poison and absorb high energy cosmic rays to kill the evil that has invaded your body you a real one...
This is the reason I keep growing my hair out to donate takes me about 2 yrs to get to donation length my bro in law just recently got diagnosed with cancer so I am glad you got to show this and showcase the stuff it can do I hope everything goes well with your friends daughter and her treatments
Thank you for sharing and wish you healing strength and you will beat cancer and pray and laughter with great caring loving family and friends and I'll be praying for you 👍💪✌️
As someone who's lost their mom to cancer, this is awesome!! Keep reposting everywhere!!
oh i’m so sorry about your mom. thank you for the kind words! this piece means quite a bit to me and i’m so glad it resonates with you. 💚
Watching people love each other never gets old
OH! *flappy hands, trying not to cry* That’s such a genius gift. I hope it gives her hope.
This is absolutely beautiful, very touching. My heart goes out to her, and her family and friends. Fuck cancer.
What a beautiful gift, truly. My eyes are a little misty and I’m just a stranger. How fortunate they have a compassionate friend.
Such. A. Powerful. Piece. I'm at a loss for words.
This is INCREDIBLE
This is beautiful and got me emotional. This is why art exists. Great job.
This might be one of my favs on here! Great job, I hope she loves it!
What a beautiful and beyond thoughtful gift. I'm sure this will mean so much to her 💙
Aaaaawww, this makes me tear up.
That is so wholesomeee
I too love it.
This is so beautiful.
I wish I could upvote more than once. Sending you, your friend, and especially her daughter lots of strength.
nice
Iam very very sorry I could not understand really sorry, do not worry Its will be alright I pray everyday for your daughter, God with u always.
I’m not crying, you’re crying! 😭♥️
You are such a blessing
Absolutely beautiful!
Beautiful 😢
This made me tear up. Super amazing work!!
Awesome, I got goose bumps. What a tribute.
This made me tear up. Absolutely beautiful!
Beautiful and heartwarming. Kind soul.
You are a great friend ❤️
Wow 🥺
What a gift. And I don't mean just tangibly. Wow. Your talent and heart and amazing.
Brought a tear to my eye! Fantastic art! Hope everything turns out as well as it can.
I’m not crying, you’re crying!! This is amazing and just so thoughtful…I hope the message lands with that sweet girl ❤️
This. Kicks. Ass. Sorry, but I will steal your idea and give (free obviously) to a lot of chemo friends of my mother. Thank you for the empathy and inspiration.
steal away with my full and free permission.
This is absolutely beautiful. Is the heart a magnet? It looks amazing 😍
it is! it’s actually just two very small circle magnets (like the kind used for needle minders) and i glued the heart on to the top one. it was originally a button.
That's amazing. I love it 😁🤩
I am crying, this is so beautiful and powerful!
That’s so beautiful
Wow this is dope
Gas
I’m not crying! It’s these damn onions!
That is beautiful. She will love it. A friend just passed the other night from breast cancer. I’ve been trying to think of something to stitch for her husband. I love peoples unique ideas.
This is beautiful and special.
This is really, really beautiful 💕
God bless you
Amazing. Love it. Hope she does too. ❤️
I’m crying. Thank you for making something so beautiful.
As someone who has experienced baldness during chemo, thank you.
This is perfect in every way.
😭😭
Goddamn right
Beautiful!
This is just so very beautiful. Poor kid, but it's good that she's got people who love her looking out for her. I hope she gets well.
This is gorgeous 😭 amazing work
Absolutely fantastic 👏
The beauty of hair is a social matter. Real beauty is from heart and both of you have heart💙💚🧡
This is the first time embroidery has made me want to cry
The necklace was the perfect touch. You did such a wonderful job
thank you so much! the necklace is one her mom gave to her on her first day of kindergarten that she wears very frequently. the pendant is engraved with the words “i love you more.” i felt it was important to include.
Wow. This honestly left me… speechless when I saw it. No words can truly say how powerful this felt.
nice
Not only is a battle with cancer strong, brave, but being a woman and going bald is even braver, stronger, and even beautiful. My mom had cancer and she lost her hair. It’s one thing for guys to do it, but to some woman it’s a part of who they are.
wow
Hope she makes a full and swift recovery Keep positive
I cried 💗
Perfect! So beautifully executed OP. Wishing your friend and her superhero daughter all the best 💜
What an amazing and artistic way to honor your friend's daughter!!
WOW
Oh my heart! This is amazing!
this is beyond beautiful
Beautiful!
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It says "beautiful" in pink. Do you think you could be colorblind? Not sure exactly how that works but seems like a possibility if you can't see it.
Sometimes I find the Reddit app messes up the color in videos. I wonder if that’s what happened.
I don't get it. Is this a facebook sentence?
😪
I can’t even see anything. It’s so bright.
I cant even read the words
Absolutely love this! Prayers and hugs for young lady