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[Challenge-Solved] Round 3 (sh.itjust.works)

submitted 1 week ago* (last edited 1 week ago) by [email protected] to c/whatisthisthing

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As a nurse, I can tell you what my first thought was, but no (also walnut would be a terrible material for that).

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

Tbh I've never seen greater or more intricate feats of engineering than those inspired by the consumption of habit-forming substances. As a psych nurse I encourage you to thank whatever you believe causes the world to turn for the things you are addicted to that are legal.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 week ago

All my addictions are legal, that's nice. And I'm not addicted to much besides coffee. Although, as my washing machine broke down two weeks ago, I showed some clear signs of withdrawal. It got harder and harder to keep up hygiene. I was stressed. I was really looking forward for my next fix...