Expectations vs. Reality: Not-So-Super Moon Underwhelms Internet

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BANGKOK Maybe it was overinflated expectations fed by hype of a super-swollen moon, but some anticipated a romantic Loy Krathong beneath a sky just full of moon Monday night. Well, many were disappointed.

Read: Celebrate Loy Krathong Under Biggest Full Moon Since 1948

Those without the best cameras or giant telephoto lens or high-rise vantage points to admire the bigger-than-usual supermoon felt let down, as it was mostly hidden behind clouds, blocked by buildings or just not photogenic enough to share on Instagram.

Some turned to social media to share their disappointment, making it a thing.

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