Ode to the Throne

Miguel Santiago
2 min readApr 9, 2024

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Photo by Bogomil Mihaylov on Unsplash

Hey guys, come over here. I’m going to talk about something that we all have in common. It’s a topic that’s usually taboo, and people don’t usually talk about it out loud, but it’s a part of our day-to-day lives. Yeah, you guessed it right – I’m talking about the toilet, the throne, the loo! Toilet humour might be considered rude in some situations, but let’s be honest, it’s a part of life.

Imagine, if you will, the great equaliser. From the mightiest monarch to the humblest labourer, all must heed the call of nature. Therein lies the beauty, the inherent comedy of our shared existence. Is there anything more human than finding oneself in a compromising position in the quest for relief?

Think about the toilet paper – it starts with a sense of purpose, only to encounter obstacles as it navigates through twists and turns. Or consider the plunger – the hero that nobody talks about – it comes to our rescue when we face plumbing issues and emerges victorious against all odds. These stories are what connect us, and we share them with a smile in the comfort of our own homes.

There is a funny thing about the sound of flushing toilets. It reminds us of the strange and silly parts of life that we often forget in our busy days. Life is too short and valuable to be serious all the time. Sometimes, it’s the moments of humour and laughter at the bizarre things that make our hearts feel full.

So, the next time you reach for that roll of toilet paper, remember, my friends, there’s a little bit of comedy in every corner of life, even in those quiet moments spent on a porcelain throne.

Thank you, and remember, always check before you sit! 😁

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Miguel Santiago
Miguel Santiago

Written by Miguel Santiago

In the silent voices of my heart, I walk alone, where shadows weep and dreams lay shattered, like remnants of a storm long past.

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