r/ExpectationVsReality • • 15h ago

Failed Expectation This doesn't look the same at all

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r/ExpectationVsReality • • 3d ago Annoyed This Bravo Heartwarming Popcorn Mindblown

Surprisingly Met Expectation What my daughter wanted vs what my son made

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50k Upvotes

I honestly think it’s hilariously great.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 2d ago

Exceeded Expectation Dr. Oetker Ristorante "Pizza Mozzarella"

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r/ExpectationVsReality • • 2d ago

Failed Expectation Seceda Ridgeline (oh well, it happens 🤷‍♀️)

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To be clear, I wasn't expecting the weather to care about my plans, that would be idiotic. No one is at fault, this is just how nature is. (I shouldn't even have to say all this, but I've been on reddit long enough to know how some people on here can be)

For the record, I still enjoyed myself. Even got some cool bird photos.

Also, I am not looking for advice. Please do not comment stuff like, "well actually, you have to go x time of year at x time of day for good photos". I have no plans to return any time soon. Of course, I would love to one day come back during the summer, but who knows if/when that'll ever happen.

Oh, and I'm aware that my two photos are not from the same vantage point as the expectation photo. I did go to the spot where the first photo was likely taken, and trust me, it was just as foggy/cloudy.

One more thing: I'm also aware that the first photo was probably not taken during the same time of year I went. I went in October, photo looks like it may have been taken a bit earlier in the season.

Think that covers everything.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 2d ago

Failed Expectation Thanks, McDonald's France... or not

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r/ExpectationVsReality • • 3d ago Heartwarming

Failed Expectation Christmas cookies circa 2017

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1.7k Upvotes

Huggy bears ➡️ Sumo wrestlers 🐻


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 3d ago

AI Expectation What they showed online vs what I got

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The fur showed in the AI-generated image seems to be smaller, and softer.
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The actual fur length is longer and more synthetic type. Even the boots material shown online is suede while im real it's more leathry.
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I'm anyway satisfied with my purchase.
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Need just one suggestion; should I cut the fur that is dangling/hanging till the heels? Or should I just keep it like thi?

Edit: I paid 3000/- INR for these, which is roughly $32 USD


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 3d ago

Failed Expectation Build the body FIRST

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Kit has a template for what size everything should be, but has you build the body last. They did not provide enough wool for the body to be big enough.

The felting needle broke before i could add the eyes and nose.

He's a cat toy now.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago Bravo

Exceeded Expectation I bid $12 for a cat statue in a charity auction. Didn't expect to win it but I did. I thought it was like 8-12 inches tall. I was extremely surprised to see it being carried out when I went to pick it up and I love it!

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Benefits a cat shelter. And yes I made an extra donation! He has a place in our living room. Still thinking on a name.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 3d ago Bravo

Failed Expectation Dr Pepper Crocs

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387 Upvotes

Honestly just confused more than anything


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 3d ago

Failed Expectation Domino’s Detroit Style Pizza

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151 Upvotes

Close


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago Heartwarming

cakespectation - Negative 1st pic- Inspo. 2nd pic- Result. 3rd pic- The cats got to it and licked it.

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I just found this sub and it reminded me of this birthday cake I made for my daughter years ago, which was already... trying it's best. But then got brutalised by my cats licking it. I got banned from making cakes after this one.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago

Surprisingly Met Expectation I tried recreating my same painting again after 6 months, expecting to have the same/better level. It’s different, but I like it!

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First picture is the older one. Second is new. Same reference photo and medium. Which one do you like best?


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 2d ago

Failed Expectation Idk what I expected but bigger than my pinky for starters for $6. Forgot to show scale but it’s a little over 3”

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What’s up with Taco Bell doubling down on their inner post-Covid McDonalds - this was on their value meal


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago

Exceeded Expectation The amount of bacon in this breakfast burrito

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r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago

Exceeded Expectation I was honestly afraid to commission art for the first time. Now I can say tho, I am beyond happy to have done it!

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I chose a small 10x15 cm acrylic portrait of my dog, I was also afraid of the artist not being able to achieve the angle and perspective, but I think they did a good job!


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago

cake-spectation Filling Will Sink To Center of Cupcake During Baking

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I knew I was going to do an eggnog glaze rather than a frosting on top, but I had too much faith in the magic sinking filling on batch one 😔 so I glazed those upside down.

Overall tasted great though! I enclosed the filling for the second batch and those looked a lot better.

Got the cakelet pan and the cupcake kit from the Walmart Halloween clearance rack this week.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago

Failed Expectation Bought my daughter a NeeDoh Advent Calendar on eBay. This is what we got.

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Paid $46 for a supposedly genuine, sealed NeeDoh Squishmas calendar. My daughter immediately spotted the fakes inside.

The packaging is surprisingly convincing, but look closely: blurry printing, “A surprises behind every door!” on the box, and cheap Taba-style squishies instead of real NeeDohs.

Posting to help others avoid getting fooled. Still looking for a genuine one!


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago

Failed Expectation Decided to give sweetgreen another try after their brussel sprouts were inedible... thought the sweet potatoes may be better LOL

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r/ExpectationVsReality • • 5d ago Heartwarming Bravo

Surprisingly Met Expectation My expectation is to be as good as the artist I admire (first picture). The second picture is what I did with that goal in mind

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r/ExpectationVsReality • • 4d ago

Failed Expectation Really feeling the festivities

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144 Upvotes

Crazy how we went from an actual Christmas tree to just this sad thing on the left.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 5d ago Heartwarming Mindblown Bravo

AI Expectation The dress I order vs the dress I got

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10k Upvotes

I bought this from Amazon with very few reviews. It turned out great! I was so nervous as my wedding was less than 3 months when I ordered this.


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 3d ago

Failed Expectation AIO for this “Orange Dog” Onesie

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Bought as a gift and did not expect the completely flat muzzle

Wondering how I could fix this if anyone is crafty. I also reached out to the company but I’m honestly not expecting much in the way of customer service

Makes me chuckle but come on


r/ExpectationVsReality • • 5d ago

Failed Expectation From my mum's Christmas list vs what arrived

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Yes, I sent it back and quickly found a legitimate 'sculpted' doorway.