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Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. The most popular seem to be lighthearted, clever little truths, hidden in daily life.

Here are some examples to inspire your own showerthoughts: 1

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[–] db2 14 points 1 year ago

Realizing we're not getting paid to be your therapist.

Really though, talk to someone who can help. The Internet will do the opposite.

[–] Brokewood 5 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Wait, what?

Your dad is prochoice because your sister is now sexually active. I understand that.

But is your mom mad because she wanted an abortion and your dad refused? Meaning either you, your sister or both were unwanted pregnancies?

[–] quaddo 19 points 1 year ago (1 children)

Wild guess, reading between the lines:

Dad had an extramarital affair. His squeeze got preggers. Dad is suddenly pro-choice.

Mom finds out about the affair and the pregnancy and is now mad at dad.

OP only knows what his parents have shared, intentionally or not.

[–] Rhynoplaz 7 points 1 year ago

Thanks. I think that's probably it. I couldn't really piece it together either.