I consider myself fortunate to have a partner who is not only a terrific father but also someone who seems destined to stick around longer than I will. Curious how I came to this conclusion? Here are six reasons that stand out:
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He Doesn’t Collect Items
On a typical day, my kids hand me a myriad of items to hold: half-eaten snacks, small toys from questionable places like Chuck E. Cheese, or my daughter’s latest fascination—random rubber bands from the street. While I try to bolster my immunity with vitamin C, I find myself facing constant colds. In fact, my doctor once told me I was her only patient over five diagnosed with double pink eye in 2013! -
He’s Selectively Deaf
Admittedly, he’s not truly deaf, but he’s mastered the art of tuning out. When the kids call for “Mom,” it’s usually me who answers. As a result, the children have learned to rely solely on me for their needs, meaning my partner is spared from the incessant “DAD!” calls. I foresee myself in the future, muttering “MomMomMomMom” to myself at the bus stop while he enjoys a peaceful existence. -
He Sleeps Like a Rock
This may relate back to the previous point. At night, I’m the one who hears every cough, sigh, and little noise from the kids, even if they’re on a different floor. My partner, on the other hand, sleeps soundly, assured that I’ll handle everything from requests for extra blankets to more serious matters, like the time I had to wake him to inform him we were heading to the ER due to our son’s alarming jaw pain. Clearly, the phrase should be “sleeping like a father” instead of “sleeping like a baby.” -
I’m the School’s Go-To Contact
As the primary emergency contact for my children’s school, I receive all sorts of calls—from routine inquiries about pickups to the dreaded “This is the nurse…” notifications. Each time my phone rings with that number, my heart races, and I feel the urge to call for medical assistance myself! -
He Outsmarted Me on Parenting Roles
I’m still baffled as to how I ended up with the triple whammy of applying sunscreen, trimming nails, and overseeing thank-you notes. The tears these tasks have sparked could fill an entire reservoir, and trust me, the kids don’t enjoy them either! -
He Acknowledges Their Independence
My partner understands that the kids can reach the counters and have opposable thumbs, which means they can make their own snacks when hunger strikes. He knows they’ll eventually brush their teeth and can wait a few minutes for assistance in finding remote batteries. This starkly contrasts with my need to micromanage their lives. It’s a quality I envy in him, and if I can learn to adopt a similar approach, perhaps I’ll live long enough to be that quirky old lady at the bus stop.
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In summary, having a partner who balances parenting responsibilities while ensuring a calm and collected approach to family life can genuinely improve one’s longevity and well-being. By recognizing their strengths, we can all strive for a healthier and happier existence together.