"Bucket list" a phrase that means the things one wants to do before they kick the bucket. First of all how can "kick the bucket" be a euphemism for death? It is such an ugly phrase. Euphemisms should sound nicer than the thing they euphemize (not a word, I know). I can't hear the word bucket without immediately connecting it to the memory of throwing up as a child. Whenever I was really sick, mom would put a small bucket next to the bed.
Kick the bucket - kick the can. Kick the can was a great game. Hide and seek crossed with capture the flag. But then can is a slang for toilet. Olly olly oxen free!
I am working on my "pony list". This is what I've decided is my euphemism for bucket list. I always wanted a pony. Of course I always really wanted a 16 hand horse, but pony encompasses the little girl wistfulness better.
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