Oh, this breaks my heart too. I'm so tired of my 9yr old asking me to make her breakfast/lunch/snack/drink of water. She is fully capable and pre-quarantine did those things herself so I definitely think there's something psychological about it, seeking more care and support somehow. |
I post a note on the fridge-lunch menu and dinner menu and some fun quote, Happy Monday
It’s helped a lot |
DP but I think “whom” is correct. Who do you blame? Him, not he. Hence, it’s whom. |
The other day my 3.5 year old stole my wireless keyboard and took it to her room. Then I heard her yell "RING RING" so I said "Hello? Who's this?"
She said, "oh, it's just me, calling from my lonely office. Are you lonely too?" They're going through a lot right now. Uugh. |
“What can I do?”
I offer up plenty of chores as an answer, the roll eyes, rinse repeat ![]() |
I feel horrible admitting it, but just hearing my clingy 6 year old yell "Mommy" (usually when I'm cooking or getting dressed or handling another essential task), is like nails on a chalkboard these days. |
Poor little guy. |
I would have guessed this would be number one! |
This. My 4 year olds are like seagulls, "Mom! Mom! Mom!" Sometimes they don't even have anything to say or ask. |
Wow, I wish my worst things were about snack time. It’s a toss up between “I’m so bad!” while hitting himself or “The universe wouldn’t be any different if I wasn’t here.” Not all day and often laughing and cheerful but we’ve had some dark moments. 9 year old. |
Who or whom, her kids are still spoiled brats and it's her fault. |
None of these kids are spoiled brats. Now you PP (20:03) not sure what is the best description of you!
Some 'answers' To I'm bored --- If you are bored, you must be boring. To I'm hungry -- Good, dinner is in a hour! To Mom -- [Child's name] Just some things my mom used to say to me. She was a great mom and I miss her everyday. |
I do not tolerate “”I’m bored”. Never have. I don’t care about “I’m hungry” or getting called for nothing. Just do not tell me you’re bored. |
Yep |
This is my picky dh who’s been eating more than before wfh. He’d starve with a fridge full of food due to unwillingness to self serve. My teen is just waking up at 3pm. Going to pick my battles. Everyone needs space. |