Social media platform TikTok is buzzing with a new trend that highlights the often humorous and unexpected text messages families send to one another. Users across the globe are sharing screenshots of their loved ones’ messages, showcasing a range of comedic exchanges that many can relate to.
The trend encourages participants to share snippets of conversations with parents, siblings, and other relatives, emphasizing the quirkiness of familial communication. Messages often reflect a mix of genuine concern, playful banter, and amusing misunderstandings.
In one popular video, creator Audrey Saxton from Dallas, Texas, garnered over 700,000 likes by sharing a lighthearted exchange with her father. Saxton’s father initially reminded her to wish her mother a happy Mother’s Day. However, when she asked for baby pictures, his surprising response was a simple, “Who is this?” Saxton humorously captioned the screenshot with, “Sometimes you have to read your dad’s text and move on.” She later told TODAY.com that her reply consisted of “15 question marks,” to which her father jokingly clarified he was just kidding.
The trend has also resonated with other users. Rania Saleh, a 25-year-old from Ohio, shared a series of texts with her niece that quickly went viral. After her niece, Riyah, expressed that she missed Saleh, the conversation took an unexpected turn. Riyah explained her reason for thinking of her aunt: they were learning in her AP Psychology class that people’s mental and physical health can decline in their mid-twenties. Saleh laughed at the unexpected depth of her niece’s message, saying, “I gasped and just died laughing!” The exchange struck a chord with viewers, highlighting the mix of humor and affection characteristic of family interactions.
Another participant, Oluwaseye Oyelowo from Atlanta, Georgia, decided to join in by sharing a humorous request from her younger sister, Oluwasayo. In her post, Oluwasayo bluntly asked, “When do you get paid and how much can I get?” Oyelowo explained that this is typical for her sister, as their family dynamic often revolves around open financial requests. “I chuckle because I know her and read her message in her voice,” she noted.
As the trend continues to gain traction, many participants emphasize its relatable nature. “It made everyone’s day,” Saleh remarked, sharing her text with family members, who all recognized the humor in Riyah’s message.
The “read and move on” trend showcases not only the lighter side of family communications but also the unique relationships individuals have with their relatives. Participants are finding joy in the everyday quirks of family life, resonating with audiences eager for lighthearted content. As this trend spreads, it highlights the universal humor found in familial bonds and the ways technology facilitates these interactions.
In a world where social media often showcases highlight reels, this trend offers a refreshing glimpse into the charming, chaotic, and sometimes absurd reality of family life.
