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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Op- yes to the above - it’s a ton of work, the kids don’t have friends round the corner, them having friends means inviting whole families which is more work, it’s a thousand degrees, everywhere they go [b]they drop wet towels and wet shorts and scatter other detritus and every time I try to do anything someone comes and says ‘mooooommmmmy xyz grievance’ [/b]

I have calmed down a little since the apex of the feeling but is still there [/quote]
First, I totally agree with you that vacation home trips can be hard since you have to do everything.

Second, there are some things that can help. Any kid that can drop a wet towel and shorts can carry it to the laundry room or drying rack. Expect them to do so.

Third, and this is very hard, simply say "wait" or ignore when grievances come at inconvenient times. I went to shower this evening, asking kids before I got in whether they could wait for dinner. Well 10 min into shower DD walks in saying she's hungry. I patiently told her she had the option of being served beforehand, and now she can wait.

Rinse, repeat on items 2 and 3.[/quote]

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