When you realize how you overreacted during the full moon
The image shown is a meme format that includes text at the top and bottom with a photograph in the middle. The top text says, "When you realize how you overreacted during the full moon," setting the stage for a humorous revelation or excuse related to behavior during a full moon. This is a play on the mythological concept of people's behavior changing with the lunar cycle, such as the werewolf legend.
In the center of the image, there is a close-up photograph of a man's face. The man has short hair, bright eyes, and a very sincere, almost sheepish expression. His smile is tight, as if he's trying to be endearing or to convey a sense of innocence after being caught in an uncomfortable situation.
The bottom text reads, "'that wasn't me that was patricia'" (without capitalization), suggesting the man is deflecting the blame for his actions onto someone named Patricia. This statement appears to be a humorous attempt to absolve himself from responsibility for whatever overreaction he is being accused of during the full moon.
The humor in this image comes from a few places. Firstly, the incongruity of blaming one's behavior on the moon, or any external factor, is a common source of comedy—it's an adult version of "the dog ate my homework." The meme plays on the idea that people often look for outlandish excuses for their behavior.
Secondly, the particular phrase, "that wasn't me that was patricia," adds to the humor by implying a dissociation of identity. It's as if he's suggesting that he was a completely different person at the time—“Patricia”—which is not only an improbable excuse but also an absurd one, considering the clear male appearance of the individual.
Lastly, the man's earnest facial expression juxtaposes with the absurdity of his supposed statement. His expression seems genuine, which contrasts with the ridiculousness of blaming his actions on an alter ego or on the full moon, adding to the comedic effect of the image. This meme might be especially funny to those who appreciate dry humor or the absurdity of making excuses for one's own misbehavior. When you realize how you overreacted during the full moon that wasn t me that was patricia
