Breaking news: Apple has included the long-awaited lime emoji in their newest software update and we’re juiced about it!!!! We sat down earlier today for an exclusive interview with the Lime itself.

"Sorry—I’m a little emotional today,” Lime confided. “It's been a long road, but we finally made it!"

Over the years, there’s been fierce debate and speculation about why Lime had been excluded from the emoji kingdom. “To be honest, it stung a bit. I've been left out of group chats, Slack channels, and email threads for years and it was starting to feel personal.”

But that’s all in the past now. From here on out, everyone from micromobility enthusiasts to guacamole stans can spread the lime. The applications are endless.

Picture this: It’s a hot summer day and you just got a pint of delicious ice cream for your main squeeze. As the scorching sun beats down on you, you realize the clock is ticking. You need to get to a freezer FAST or you’ll be left with ice cream soup. Luckily, you spot a gleaming line of Lime Bikes a few feet away. SALVATION! You gently rest your rapidly melting treat in the front basket, pull out your phone to unlock your bike and text a quick lime emoji to your boo to let them know you’re on your way. Lime to the rescue!

When asked how it felt to achieve this milestone, the Lime let out a long, satisfied sigh. "It's been a journey, that's for sure. There were times I thought my day in the spotlight would never come. But I never gave up hope. I knew that eventually, the world would recognize the indispensable role limes play in modern life. This is my moment to shine!"

Shine on, lime enthusiasts. Shine on!