Official Holiday Petty Complaints Thread

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Anonymous wrote:I am a teacher in NYC. There was a school holiday party last weekend that i chose not to attend. At least 8 staff members now have Covid and were out this week after it. It never should have happened

Our school staff party is the first Friday we get back from break after everyone has sufficiently spread everything. Looking forward to it.

[Anonymous]

My complaint -

I am alone with my kids and DH is traveling. I was looking forward to a family gathering with our vaccinated family members. My youngest gets sick last weekend and got tested for strep, flu and COVID (all negative) but still could spread his respiratory thing to the rest so we have to stay home by ourselves.

Then my mom asks about the Christmas cookies which I’m known for making. She asked if she could stop by and pick up the cookies to bring to the gathering. No mention of her bringing any of the food to us in exchange. Nope, just wanted the cookies.

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Anonymous wrote:Both our moms sent too many gifts for the kids for Christmas after I told them we don’t need more toys. They also expect me to wrap the gifts for the kids. My kids are 3 months and 2 years. I can usually get them down at the same time for a nap once a day and that’s when I shower and eat lunch. Really would prefer the retired folks wrap their own gifts for the kids….

Wait, are these people staying with you or going to be there when the kids open the gifts? If so, I’d hand them some wrapping paper, scissors and tape. There’s no way I’d wrap their gifts.

No they visited before Thanksgiving (we were thinking there would be a surge at Thanksgiving and Christmas). I know I’m being petty but I needed a safe space to vent.

NP. How would they know if you didn’t just stick a bow on the gift and hand it to a 2yo? DON’T TAKE THIS ON, and if you do, don’t “vent” to anyone but yourself. You’re being ridiculous.

I’m getting judged for venting on the petty grievances thread?!

Correct. Come with a legit grievance. We’re not into manufactured martyr-complex complaining here on DCUM.

NP but dude, you do NOT belong on this thread. Go Scrooge somewhere else.

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Anonymous wrote:Both our moms sent too many gifts for the kids for Christmas after I told them we don’t need more toys. They also expect me to wrap the gifts for the kids. My kids are 3 months and 2 years. I can usually get them down at the same time for a nap once a day and that’s when I shower and eat lunch. Really would prefer the retired folks wrap their own gifts for the kids….

Wait, are these people staying with you or going to be there when the kids open the gifts? If so, I’d hand them some wrapping paper, scissors and tape. There’s no way I’d wrap their gifts.

No they visited before Thanksgiving (we were thinking there would be a surge at Thanksgiving and Christmas). I know I’m being petty but I needed a safe space to vent.

We’re here for you! Next year...gift bags!

[Anonymous]

My husband just had his sister wrap all the things I had bought for him as to him and from him. I.e. to: Mike from: Mike.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I’m so tired. This is a silly complaint because the reason is my much wanted newborn but omg I’m tried.

Update: really nice afternoon; managed to get my toddler to bed on time… now the newborn is determined to cluster feed into Christmas. I would like to update my petty complaint to say that (1) I am still so tired but also (2) my nipples hurt.

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I always liked my SIL but have been noticing the more time I spend with her that she is very self-important when she talks job and for example, will explain things to others even though no one asked a question. Today, we were talking politics and I alluded to a politician getting all the money and support she needs for her campaign thanks to her husband and SIL turns to me and says oh you know who her husband is? He’s so and so, the [name of position] of [name of prganization]. Yeah no shit I knew that, why else would I have made the statement I just did? Anyway, I just moved back home and am realizing that I’m going to be getting a lot more of this know it all BS from her.

Much less petty complaint is my toddler is sick with flu-like symptoms and I’m praying it’s not covid or anything else serious.

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I have my period. I’m sick. One of my kids is being horribly behaved. I wish I could have just a day to myself in bed watching Christmas movies in my pajamas.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I have my period. I’m sick. One of my kids is being horribly behaved. I wish I could have just a day to myself in bed watching Christmas movies in my pajamas.

Omg the dream

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My inlaws weren't going to come tomorrow because they're worried about Omicrom but they called tonight to let us know they changed their minds and will come after breakfast and we all need to wear masks. Blech.

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My mother has left 4 [and counting], Bible verses, religious pamphlets etc quietly on my cell phone or purse when I put it down. Last was a full calendar. Apparently the pandemic has made me a heathen in her mind.

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Anonymous wrote:My MIL just whispered to me, “Well, she certainly likes her white wine…a bit too much” about my sweet cousin we all love. This is my MIL who can’t get through a family occasion without Xanax.

You should whisper back, “Oh she can drink because she’s not on Xanax.”

This.is.perfect!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I am a teacher in NYC. There was a school holiday party last weekend that i chose not to attend. At least 8 staff members now have Covid and were out this week after it. It never should have happened

Oh, man. So sorry. I'm a NYC native who was basically emotionally blackmailed into seeing family somewhere "safe" (ie exploding LI) and there are symptoms popping up everywhere and it just feels so awful. This was avoidable and I kick myself daily to listening about emotional "be with the family whole loves you!" Over sense.

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Anonymous wrote:Both our moms sent too many gifts for the kids for Christmas after I told them we don’t need more toys. They also expect me to wrap the gifts for the kids. My kids are 3 months and 2 years. I can usually get them down at the same time for a nap once a day and that’s when I shower and eat lunch. Really would prefer the retired folks wrap their own gifts for the kids….

Wait, are these people staying with you or going to be there when the kids open the gifts? If so, I’d hand them some wrapping paper, scissors and tape. There’s no way I’d wrap their gifts.

No they visited before Thanksgiving (we were thinking there would be a surge at Thanksgiving and Christmas). I know I’m being petty but I needed a safe space to vent.

We’re here for you! Next year...gift bags!

This is a very valid grievance! I'd also only give half the toys (unwrapped, of course) to the kids. The rest I'd hide in a closet for birthday presents or a day of bad weather when you're losing your mind.

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Anonymous wrote:Both our moms sent too many gifts for the kids for Christmas after I told them we don’t need more toys. They also expect me to wrap the gifts for the kids. My kids are 3 months and 2 years. I can usually get them down at the same time for a nap once a day and that’s when I shower and eat lunch. Really would prefer the retired folks wrap their own gifts for the kids….

Wait, are these people staying with you or going to be there when the kids open the gifts? If so, I’d hand them some wrapping paper, scissors and tape. There’s no way I’d wrap their gifts.

No they visited before Thanksgiving (we were thinking there would be a surge at Thanksgiving and Christmas). I know I’m being petty but I needed a safe space to vent.

NP. How would they know if you didn’t just stick a bow on the gift and hand it to a 2yo? DON’T TAKE THIS ON, and if you do, don’t “vent” to anyone but yourself. You’re being ridiculous.

I’m getting judged for venting on the petty grievances thread?!

Correct. Come with a legit grievance. We’re not into manufactured martyr-complex complaining here on DCUM.

NP. You sound annoying AF. PP can add whatever grievance she wants.