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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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[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I remember hearing that Elephants are the only land animal that cannot jump.

Could be a fake Snapple fact, so feel free to investigate further!

[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago (2 children)

Not the only land animal, but it's true they can't jump: 100% super reliable source.

Mainly linking that site because this line kills me:

The tortoise cannot jump because it lacks agility and speed.

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

I don't think snakes can either

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

That's what a lot of people think until they are 3 feet away from one and suddenly find it attached to their leg!

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago (1 children)
[–] [email protected] 5 points 1 year ago* (last edited 1 year ago) (1 children)

At least some species of mole and pretty much all species of sloths are physiologically incapable of jumping, so I don't think restricting it to land mammals would make a difference in this context.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

Ah, good point.