"(๑≧ω≦)/ʕ•͡ᴥ•˶ʔ" is a Japanese emoticon that combines a cat-like mouth and eyes with the image of a bear's face. It is often used to express excitement or happiness, similar to "yay!" or "woo-hoo!" "Finally touching a bear" emote is an image of a person reaching out to touch a bear's paw. It is often used to express excitement or accomplishment after achieving a long-awaited goal or completing a difficult task.