Internet etiquette tips: Most people are aware that typing :-) indicates they are joking. There are many other smileys available to let people know how you're feeling. Moderate use of smileys can be used to express your emotions online. Try some of these:

:-( The user is sad
:-o The user is surprised (or sometimes shocked)
:-| The user is apathetic / indifferent
;-) The user is winking
:-p The user is sticking your tongue out (usually playful)
:-) The user is happy.
:-D The user is really happy
:-{ The user is wearing a moustache

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