"So You Went Abroad and Now You Texted Me?": Lady’s Hilarious Response to Old Suitor’s Random Hello Sparks Online Debate

Social media was set ablaze after a user identified as @Karugii, known as M.eilar on X (formerly Twitter), shared a post that has since gone viral, detailing how a man she had politely declined months ago suddenly resurfaced in her inbox—this time from abroad. The tweet, written with humor and a pinch of sarcasm, immediately struck a chord with thousands who could relate to the experience of unexpected “check-ins” from old flames or rejected admirers.

According to her post, the man, who she had turned down respectfully in the past, decided to reach out out of the blue, sending her a photo of himself while abroad with the message, “I thought I should say hello.” Clearly puzzled by the gesture, M.eilar took to social media to express her confusion, writing: “I don’t know how to proceed. Like does he want me to start ululating and profess my love, now that he’s sitting on a bench somewhere on earth?”

Her words were dripping with humor, and the dramatic tone of “ululating and professing love” became the standout phrase of the entire post. Within hours, the tweet gained massive traction, sparking waves of laughter, debates, and a flood of hilarious responses. Many women in the comments section shared similar experiences, where men they had once declined tried to “reconnect” after traveling abroad or achieving some perceived upgrade in lifestyle.

The internet, in its usual fashion, divided itself into camps. One camp found the situation entirely relatable and praised M.eilar for her wit, while another camp took the man’s side, arguing that maybe he was simply being friendly and meant no harm. But the real entertainment came from the memes and jokes that followed. Some users posted clips of people ululating in mock celebration, tagging her post with captions like, “Me when he finally travels abroad and remembers me.” Others joked that the man might have expected a “welcome home” parade, even though he was still “sitting on a bench somewhere on earth.”

One user replied, “He just wanted to remind you that he’s no longer in Nairobi traffic. Give the man his soft life moment.” Another added, “Maybe he thought that being abroad automatically upgrades his rejection status. Some people think international Wi-Fi equals second chance.”

The post also reignited discussions around modern dating etiquette, especially in an era where people often circle back to those who once rejected them. Many noted that social media has blurred boundaries between polite communication and rekindled interest. Some said that perhaps the man was simply trying to stay in touch or re-establish friendship, while others insisted that such messages often come with hidden intentions.

A few users also pointed out how travel and relocation tend to inflate people’s sense of importance or desirability, especially when they feel they’ve “leveled up.” “The abroad effect is real,” one user commented. “Some people think being outside the country automatically changes your love market value. Suddenly, they expect applause for breathing foreign air.”

Others, however, cautioned against overanalyzing the message, suggesting that not every communication has to carry deep romantic undertones. “Sometimes, a hello is just a hello,” one person wrote. “Maybe he saw something that reminded him of her or just wanted to be polite. Not everyone is trying to rekindle love.”

But despite the serious undertones, the post remained largely comedic, and that’s what made it spread so fast. The exaggerated imagery of a woman “ululating” over a simple hello from a man sitting abroad perfectly captured the social media generation’s love for irony and humor. It also touched on a deeper truth about how people sometimes overestimate their importance in others’ lives after minor life changes—like traveling, getting a new job, or relocating.

M.eilar’s post has since become something of a meme template, with users adapting her words to describe all sorts of situations—from ex-friends who suddenly “check in” to distant relatives who remember you only when they’ve achieved something. Her phrase, “now that he’s sitting on a bench somewhere on earth,” has become a catchphrase of its own, representing the absurdity of random, out-of-context messages that seem to demand emotional reactions they don’t deserve.

Several commentators also praised the way women online have mastered the art of turning awkward encounters into viral comedy. Rather than responding to the man’s message directly, M.eilar did what many now consider a social media superpower—she turned confusion into content. By sharing her thought process with the world, she not only entertained thousands but also sparked an entire conversation on self-worth, boundaries, and modern communication.

There were, of course, those who felt she was being unfair to the man. A few users accused her of overreacting and suggested that maybe he just wanted to maintain a friendly connection. But others quickly countered, saying that her response wasn’t malicious—it was humorous and reflective of how many women feel when someone they’ve declined in the past resurfaces out of nowhere expecting a different outcome.

“We’ve all been there,” another user wrote. “You reject someone nicely, and months later they return with an air of achievement like they’re now too fine to be refused. It’s almost like they’re saying, ‘Now do you regret it?’”

The tweet also triggered a mini cultural debate about how travel—especially going “abroad”—is still often viewed as a status symbol in many African societies. Some users noted that being abroad has long been romanticized, and those who travel sometimes subconsciously assume their desirability has increased. That, perhaps, was what made the tweet so relatable—it wasn’t just about one man texting one woman; it was about a larger pattern of people using distance, travel, or new experiences as a way to reintroduce themselves into other people’s lives.

In the end, the incident became less about the man and more about the humor in human behavior. It reminded everyone that sometimes, the best response to a confusing message isn’t anger or overthinking—it’s laughter. And laughter is exactly what M.eilar delivered to the online community.

As the post continues to circulate, many have hailed it as one of the funniest social media moments of the week. Beyond the jokes, it highlights how the smallest human interactions—like a random hello—can evolve into full-blown viral conversations in today’s digital world. It also proves that people love humor that comes from honesty.

For M.eilar, her casual post turned into an internet sensation that not only entertained but subtly educated. It was a reminder to never take yourself—or those “I just thought I should say hello” messages—too seriously. Because sometimes, it’s okay to look at a message, laugh, and move on without ululating or professing any love—especially when the sender is just sitting “somewhere on earth