A GIF-y Ode to 'Parks and Recreation'

Furniture, Light fixture, Blond, Shelf, Picture frame, Makeover, Lamp, Shelving, Restaurant, Layered hair,

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published 26 February 2015

We can't believe it's over. But while last night's series finale means we have said goodbye to Pawnee and the amazingness that is Parks and Recreation, we take solace in the fact that these moments—immortalized in GIFs—will be here to console us indefinitely. Goodbye Jean Ralphio, goodbye Ron Swanson, goodbye Galentine's Day waffles. May you forever live on our hearts like Lil' Sebastian lived on in the hearts of all Pawneeans.

Chin, Forehead, Pink, Purple, Magenta, Temple, Violet, Black hair, Hood,

Thank you Tom and Donna, for introducing us to the most important day of the year—and the most important phrase, ever.

Eyebrow, Bottle, Glass bottle, Drink, Black hair, Alcoholic beverage, Bottle cap, Long hair, Brown hair, Distilled beverage,

You're so right, April.

Ear, Lip, Cheek, People, Hairstyle, Skin, Chin, Forehead, Eyebrow, Photograph,

Same.

Yellow, Cuisine, Food, Dish, Plate, Tableware, Recipe, Shelf, Eating, Ingredient,

Waffles > Everything

Oh, Jerry.

Nose, Lip, Cheek, Hairstyle, Chin, Forehead, Eyebrow, Jaw, Blond, Eyelash,

Leslie Knope is everyone's anxious spirit animal.

People, Hairstyle, Chin, Forehead, Eyebrow, Photograph, Formal wear, Collar, Coat, Facial expression,

While Donna is everyone's spirit animal, period.

Cheek, Hairstyle, Chin, Forehead, Eyebrow, Photograph, Jewellery, Red, Style, Fashion accessory,

Never enough Donna GIFs.

People, Social group, Interior design, Interaction, Temple, Conversation, Interior design, Light fixture, Ceremony, Family,

#RelationshipGoals

People, Room, Furniture, Jacket, Sitting, Interaction, Sharing, Shelf, Conversation, Service,

Never change, Jean Ralphio.

Ear, Dress shirt, Hairstyle, Collar, Chin, Forehead, Plaid, Eyebrow, Shirt, Photograph,

Love you, Ben.

Hairstyle, Forehead, Eyebrow, Collar, Costume accessory, Blazer, White-collar worker, Official, Picture frame, Pleased,

And the best for last.

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