It’s time for a candid family chat. We may be a bit quirky, and perhaps we overshare with strangers, but it seems to me that other families have cultivated a knack for knowing when to keep things private. A recent incident at a restaurant brought this to light—when one of you excitedly proclaimed, “I have the vibrator!” while grabbing the pager, I felt a strong urge to address our family dynamics.
Of course, I hope you truly don’t know what a vibrator is! You just found it amusing to hold, and that’s fine. However, it might be wise to rethink where we place those pagers in the future. Who knows where they’ve been?
Let’s work on keeping our voices down in public. A little discretion goes a long way. We can simply zip our lips and refrain from sharing what we don’t fully understand. I’d appreciate it if we could all avoid making me want to disappear in embarrassment.
I understand that you get overly excited about new toothbrushes since I’m always reminding you to brush those little teeth of yours. But if you’re told to wait for me while I handle a quick restroom visit, please refrain from brushing your teeth at the water fountain! Following instructions is always the best choice.
The other day, when you humorously declared you had to take a “Trump dump,” I couldn’t help but chuckle, but I meant it when I said to keep that one to yourself. Just because I found it funny doesn’t mean it should be repeated, especially not during dinner with guests. We should keep certain topics private, especially if we want them to come over again.
Let’s also not forget last year when you barged in on me during a private moment. I explained what was happening, and while it may have been shocking, I assure you that story is past its expiration date.
And when Dad was recovering after a procedure and you casually mentioned he had his “balls chopped off” to everyone, it was clear you were a bit confused. Please remember, if it involves private parts, it’s best to check with Mom or Dad before sharing in aisle six at the grocery store.
While hissing when upset is a healthy outlet (much better than yelling), it’s crucial to remember that it’s not appropriate to do that to adults, especially your teachers.
Your age has brought you to a point where it’s time to be mindful of what we share. We can still be the fun, quirky family we are without broadcasting every detail of our lives to the world. Keeping some of our craziness confined to our home could lead to more social invitations, which is honestly much more enjoyable than publicly embarrassing me.
As a bonus, it might also mean I won’t need to buy as much wine to cope, so it’s a win-win!
Let’s embrace this new chapter together.
Love,
Mom
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Summary
This letter emphasizes the importance of discretion within a quirky family setting. It covers the need to keep certain topics private, especially in public, while encouraging a fun yet respectful family dynamic. By fostering a sense of awareness about what is shared outside the home, the family can strengthen relationships and enjoy more social opportunities.