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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:

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More a shower question than a shower thought I guess, but still.

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[–] Darkassassin07@lemmy.ca 27 points 1 day ago (6 children)

Genetically, yes technically.

Legally and Morally, no; and you'd be a complete asshole for trying to insert yourself into the childs life in any way. You gave up that 'right' when you donated your sperm/testicles.

[–] pixeltree@lemmy.blahaj.zone 26 points 1 day ago (5 children)

Legally, in some states sperm donors can be forced to pay child support. So, it might be more of a gray area than you think

[–] Yermaw@lemm.ee 1 points 1 day ago (1 children)

I thought that was just the premise for a film

[–] pixeltree@lemmy.blahaj.zone -2 points 1 day ago

Nope, fucked up situation that has actually happened. Take it with a grain of salt though because I don't remember any details

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