First experiences are precious moments, since they are truly once in a lifetime events. Babies have a lot of new moments every day, but even as people grow older, there’s always a chance to try something new.
Although there are some big first-time milestones that most people look forward to in life, these photos and videos capture a few of life’s quirkier moments, like people trying a hamburger for the first time, casting a vote in an election or a baby watching their first ever viral video.
These kinds of videos are great at reminding people to appreciate the joy that can be found even in the mundane things you may take for granted on a daily basis.
10 Quirky Documented First Experiences
From Viral First Experience Videos to Polar Rock Concerts:
Laura McQuarrie — Feb 27, 2014 — Pop Culture
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Sour-Faced Babe Photography
This Series by April Maciborka Shows Babies Eating Lemons
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Ageless Underwear Ads
This Elderly American Apparel Model is Stunning at 62
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Polar Rock Concerts
This Icy Metallica Concert Will Be Held in Antarctica, Without Amps
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First-Time Element Experience Videos
This Video Shows a Baby in the Rain for the First Time Ever
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Documentary-Style Comparevertising
Whopper Virgins Choose Between Burger King & McDonald's B
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Viral First Experience Videos
This Baby Reacts Video Shows a Child's Wonder at Seeing Superman Fly
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Fashion for First Time Voters -
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Child Food Critic Videos
This Buzzfeed Video Captures Kids Eating Foods Considered Gourmet
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Intimately Inspired Presidential PSAs
Lena Dunham Describes First Time Voting for Barack Obama
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Child Taste Test Dramatizations
The First Taste Video Documents Kid's Funny Reactions to Foods
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