Thing 1: I have a sad. Thing 2: Can I help? Thing 1 just stares into space, looking sad. Thing 2 boops their head onto Thing 1's chest.SFX: Boop! Thing 1 looks up and smiles a little. Thing 2 keeps their head in place.

Sad (Comic #120)

Nine months before A Sad came to be on February 18, 2014 the Things were already exploring having "a sad" and how to provide comfort. With the right person and the right vibe, a bit of booping comfort can be quite nice.

Man bending his head down to be head booped by a truly delighted kitten. Caption reads "Real men head boop bunnies"
Man bending his head down to be head booped by a truly delighted kitten. Caption reads "Real men head boop bunnies"

And here's some more. I like head boops.

Transcript

Thing 1: I have a sad
Thing 2: Can I help?

Thing 1 just stares into space, looking sad.

Thing 2 boops their head onto Thing 1's chest.
SFX: Boop!

Thing 1 looks up and smiles a little. Thing 2 keeps their head in place.