- What’s the point of folding my kids’ clothes?
Laundry is an inevitable chore. Each week, I sort, wash, and fold, carefully placing everything in their drawers. Yet, within hours, it looks as if a wild animal has rummaged through my hard work in search of something useful. - Why do I even buy them nice clothes?
Speaking of clothing, please stop gifting my daughters more outfits. It was useful when they were younger, but now that they’re in school and choose their own attire, those adorable dresses sit unused—some still sporting tags—while they cling to the same old ratty tees and shorts. - Can school districts not coordinate better on start times?
It’s perplexing that administrators within the same district don’t communicate. As a parent with children in multiple grades, I find myself racing between schools or wasting precious time waiting for the bell, when I could be heading to work instead. - Do my children realize that I’m not a tracking device?
No, I do not know where your iPhone is. Why would I have that information? - Are my kids deaf or just ignoring me?
This isn’t about any physical disabilities—I’m questioning their ability to process simple questions like “Are you ready?” I can repeat it multiple times with no response, as if I’m talking to a brick wall. - Is it too much to ask for my kids to coexist peacefully for even 15 minutes?
“Don’t touch your sibling. Don’t even look at her.” If you keep this up, you’re going to lose access to the computer for a week. Do. You. Hear. Me? - Will my kids ever come to me for help instead of yelling from two floors down?
Please, come talk to me like a civilized human being. You remind me of tourists who think shouting louder will help them communicate. If I don’t respond, it’s not because I’m not listening; I’m just choosing to ignore your antics. - Who is this mysterious ‘Jaden’?
Replace “Jaden” with any other name—this is the imaginary friend your child frequently mentions, one whose existence I’ve never witnessed. Apparently, their parents are far more lenient, allowing them to do things I would never permit. - Why am I expected to be a salesperson?
Whether for school fundraisers or bake sales, I sometimes feel like yelling, “I gave birth to a child, not a sales rep!” Because it’s clear who’s doing the real selling—hint: it’s us parents who have to deal with the aftermath of transactions. - Where can I find a drink?
If you need an explanation for this one, you likely don’t have kids, or perhaps you’re a new parent still navigating the chaos. So let me ask you—are you ready?
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In summary, parenting school-aged children can be filled with amusing challenges and existential queries. From the futility of laundry to the complexities of communication, every parent can relate to these daily struggles while also seeking resources and support along the way.