So if Weiss and Benioff didn't have the books to rely on for inspiration then how did they come up with seasons 6 - 8? One Twitter user posted a thread that compares GOT with the beloved animated classic Shrek - and the similarities are almost too coincidental.

Sometimes we get so used to everyday life, it becomes hard to imagine that things can be different. But they can. Whether it's out car getting scratched in the parking lot or our poop splashing in a public toilet so loud, everyone knows what we're doing, if there's a problem, there's a solution. Bored Panda has collected a list of genius ideas that have the potential to make some our day-to-day struggles go away, and while you in particular might not benefit from all of them, you'll still probably appreciate the effort that went into making them a reality.

Nostalgia, a sentimental longing for the past, is a very common and highly social-emotional experience. It is centered around the self, important social connections, and meaningful life events. In other words, when our mind drowns itself in these sentimental memories, it makes us revisit the precious moments we shared with friends and loved ones.

I recently offered to shoot and create free artistic Facebook Profile shots to anyone on my Facebook friends list. Here's how they came out.

After the birth of their third child, Prince William and The Duchess of Cambridge did what royal parents are expected to do and presented the new member of the family for the world to see. Kate Middleton was, as you would expect from a royal, well-groomed and putting on her best face, despite giving birth just hours previously. Some people were shocked however, by just how amazing she looked, flawless and glowing in full makeup and heels.

You know when people say that it's never too late to achieve your dreams? Well, while some might think it's some faux-inspirational nonsense told by people who are comfortable with their lives, others try to apply it to themselves. 33-year-old Sara Johansson is one of the latter and her Instagram with 22,6k followers is a living testament to that saying actually working. Johansson used to work as a hairdresser before she found her true calling in the cockpit of a Boeing.

Now, with Youtube videos for guidance, DIY has never been easier and more available to everyone. Of course, there are still certain areas where a professional is definitely needed, but sometimes all it takes is some basic carpentry, a lick of paint and a creative mind to make even the most rundown room look fresh and modern!

Woman insists on accompanying husband for his business trip, but after jetlag, she wants to go home. He complies but refuses to take her along on future trips.

Some naughty bees really need to behive! Imagine the nerve, building nests inside the walls of houses rather than in remote areas in the countryside. And this time they hid so well, even pest control couldn't kill them. The desperate homeowner had no other options, so he called in The Bartlett Bee Whisperer.

Every writer aspires to write a killer opening line for their story. However, some of them try too hard to instantly capture the reader's attention, and fail hilariously. Thanks to the writer Adam Cadre, who has held the Lyttle Lytton Contest since 2001, we have a huge amount of absolutely horrendous first-liners not only to laugh at, but also learn from. Each entry is accompanied by Adam's witty commentary, that could maybe help improve your writing!

Merritt Lake in Oakland, California, has seen some crazy stuff. According to locals, creepy men are jogging there in Speedos and women are walking their cats on leashes. However, people think that a recent video by Michelle Dione has captured the weirdest incident that has ever happened there.

A new Japanese train station, with neither an entrance or exit, is completely dedicated to sightseeing in the picturesque area and is only accessible by train.

A few weeks ago heartbreaking story captured everyone's attention. In Thailand 12 boys, aged between 11 and 16, and their 25-year-old coach has gone missing. After the boys' bikes were found next to an entrance of a cave it became clear that the torrential downpour left them trapped in it.

With so many discussions about why women don't choose to work in male-dominated fields, one reason often gets overlooked. Frequently women who end up working a job surrounded only by men experience all sorts of diminishing behavior from their colleagues. The lack of respect, harassment, and blatant sexism hold women back from taking jobs in any male-dominated industry. Recently a Twitter user asked women to share their experiences while working only with men. This thread perfectly highlights the problem women face while trying their strengths in 'boys club' workplaces. Scroll below to read them!

The old saying “The pen is mightier than the sword” is testament to the true power of words. While there are many ways to influence and inspire a person, few are more effective than a well chosen anecdote or piece of advice.

I specialize in animal portraits, and today I would like to introduce you to the Asian elephants at Sapporo Maruyama Zoo through my work.

Never judge a book by its cover. This wise old saying applies in many situations, but particularly so when it comes to language. This story, uploaded onto the Tumblr page 'Fuck-Customers' is a perfect illustration of that.

Even though your Tinder match seemed cool on the app, there's no guarantee you won't end up on a disaster date. However, while you can fake-laugh at dreadful jokes and fill awkward silences with stories about the last dream you had, there's no way you'd be able to find an appropriate reaction to what happened to this girl.

hey say behind every great man is an even greater woman and nobody proves this like actor Brad Pitt. That's right someone tweeted out a photo of an old newspaper clipping titled 'Brad: The Man who likes to look like his girlfriend' and the internet can't look away.

Do you have a cute picture of yourself from a vacation that you’d love to boast about, but it’s ruined by a looming, negative presence with an arm around your waist?

Nova Scotia man Nick Burchill has been banned from the Empress Hotel in Victoria, B.C for the last 17 years. Why? Well, he finally got the courage to explain the hilariously unfortunate circumstances that led to his ban in a recent Facebook post that has gone viral on Facebook.

An internet user shared their experience with bosses who demanded more than they were willing to pay for but made the mistake of demanding precise compliance to time.

This thread is full of moments when karma quickly caught up with extremely disrespectful customers and put them in their rightful place.

We all probably sighed to ourselves and thought "I wish I'd win a lottery and all my life's problems would be solved" at least once. Well, the prospect definitely seems tempting, with someone handing you more money than you can actually wrap your head around, to pay all your loans, get you a new car or a house, anything, really. The possibilities seem endless.

Oh really? I picked up the conference room phone on the table in front of us and called the shop I had been talking with.

Twitter user Daniel Inman decided to have some fun with this everyday action and asked the question what's the worst way to hold your drink? and people responded with the most insane, hilarious and creative photos.

You can assume a lot of things after seeing a person’s car. One of those things is their financial status. You can also guess if they like speed or if they have a big family. These things are not that obvious and just hypotheses; however, some people like to make their views on certain topics to be very obvious as they plaster the outside of their vehicles with stickers declaring them.

Who would have thought 10 years ago that as we approach 2020, a cafe, bar or club would become an internet sensation? And not because of the food or music but because of the amazing designs and possibilities for photos. Well, it’s happening all over and it’s a colorful disease that is quickly spreading around the globe. Business owners all over the world are creating magical Instagram hot spots.

I spent many years to take photos of street people. I want to show these people to street again. I didn't want an exhibition on an art galery.

What's happened to Adam Sandler? Once Hollywood's most famous loveable doofus, starring in instant classics like Billy Madison and Happy Gilmore, his decline to box office flop has been noticeable.

Woman gets scolded over text for not coming to a shift, even though she quit over a month ago and that leads to the manager getting demoted.

The HOA just doesn't stop, doesn't it? Ridiculous rule after ridiculous rule turns it ever so slightly into a clump full of ridicule. Heh, that rhymed.

Metrics are essential to running a successful business. And we know that. But if bosses prioritize a single number over all others, they will leave out a lot of priorities. Ones that are vital to the organization too.

It may be hard to believe, but there's a tree in the city of Athens, Georgia that not only owns itself, this white oak tree also owns the land within eight feet of its base. The legend has it that this tree, which is commonly known as 'The tree that owns itself', was deeded ownership by William H. Jackson in the early 1800s.

We are all aware that funerals are no fun deal. It's either heartbreaking experiencing a loved one's passing and the whole ordeal is nothing but a cruel reminder of their loss. Either that or the awkward feeling of being stuck at a funeral of some distant relative that you've never even seen before.

Employee can access systems only through their personal phone as the company doesn't provide work phones, but that doesn't stop their boss from forbidding them from using personal devices.