Imagine how many awkward family dinners could be avoided if you had the sense not to befriend your parents on the world’s largest photo aggregate of debauchery, indiscretion and substance-induced shame: Facebook. NB: if your mom or dad’s face is still lingering in your friend request bin, please take a look at the following real-life examples to learn why you should never friend your parents on Facebook:

Never Friend Your Parents On Facebook

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Awkward Conversation With Parents On Facebook

Awkward Parents Never Friend Your Parents

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Mom Comments On Dry Spell On Facebook

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