I used to find all Moms annoying and all kids annoying and basically anything to do with babies, kids, etc. THEN, I had a baby - now I am sure I have done at least half of the annoying things on this post. But, y'know - when you are completely overwhelmed (like I never could have imagined) with love and concern for these little beings.....you sometimes say and do the silliest things. And as for sharing and other issues of consideration - I think we are all trying to feel our way and do the right thing. The thing is - I believe that even those with behavior I find annoying are really trying to do the right thing and be good parents and set good example. For the most part.
The most annoying Moms (and Dads) are the ones who ignore, berate, abuse, neglect and put their children in danger. Remember that the next time some annoying mom is doing something "annoying" at the playground or mall.

I have 1 secret recipe - it's my own signature creation and I refuse to pass it around.
Don't feel bad about that at all.

But why? I don't understand. Are you competitve? I don't get it - why not share something nice with others - so they can share with others - and so on, and so on.....

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Anonymous wrote:Moms with "secret" recipes

Yes!

I have 1 secret recipe - it's my own signature creation and I refuse to pass it around.
Don't feel bad about that at all.

Nobody said you have to feel bad about it. I just find it silly, annoying and childlike and its very therapeutic to write about it because it has bugged me for ages.

And the recipes are never that nice anyway. One just says they are to be polite. I have yet to taste one thing for which I am desparate for the recipe.

Anonymous wrote:I have a hysterical friend who cant stand his in-laws. He serves this amazing pate which everyone knows is his "secret recipe". He finally shared the "recipe" with his MIL (very labor intensive, special ingredients, etc). She tried making it but it flopped. Funny thing is - he really gets it at Trader Joes!

Love it!

moms who treat their children like trick ponies!
"Aiden, tell aunty Jean all the different kind of whales you know!" "have you heard little Aiden's song about mushrooms that he sings in French? Sing that mushroom song Aiden!" "Aiden, show uncle Pete your imitation of a hippo"....

I have a hysterical friend who cant stand his in-laws. He serves this amazing pate which everyone knows is his "secret recipe". He finally shared the "recipe" with his MIL (very labor intensive, special ingredients, etc). She tried making it but it flopped. Funny thing is - he really gets it at Trader Joes!

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Moms with "secret" recipes

Yes!

I have 1 secret recipe - it's my own signature creation and I refuse to pass it around.
Don't feel bad about that at all.

Nobody said you have to feel bad about it. I just find it silly, annoying and childlike and its very therapeutic to write about it because it has bugged me for ages.

Same thing happened to me today--got on the elevator, EVERY BUTTON is pushed, and the kid--who had to be like 7, is just standing there with his completely unapologetic mother.

In a nutshell and in my opinion, mothers who are braggarts, inconsiderate, nosy, pushy, give me any kind of stats regarding their child's intelligence/height/weight/head circumference or who completely disrespect my wishes when it comes to my child are all annoying.

And thank all of you for this totally hilariously entertaining post. I'm the mom at daycare (yes, I said it: DAYCARE) who stands in the corner fairly unsocially at the stupid parties because all the other mothers are all clucking and getting on my nerves. It's so refreshing to know I'm not the only one who feels this way.

I just encountered one earlier. On the elevator, in a hurry to get back to work. Mom and her kid came on. Mom ASKS the kid if he wants to push the button. Th kid pushes ALL the buttons. Mom does not acknowledge that her brat just cost me some valuable time. A simple sorry would have been nice.

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Anonymous wrote:Wow! I think I know why I don't have a lot of friends. After reading most of this thread I must be the most annoying person on the planet: I don't dress to the nines, I encourage my children to share, sometimes they whine, I don't always put hats and mittens on them, I'm not in the best physical shape, and the list could go on.

But do you RSVP for your kid's friends' birthday parties??

Hehe. I like it when people bring in other threads.

Anyway, I was totally unware that strollers are an issue now. Here I am thinking that putting your kid in a stroller is totally fine and then "Whooph!"....there it is on the "naughty" list. If you ask me, the naughty list is too long.

Anonymous wrote:Wow! I've read this entire thread. I've laughed, I've cried, I've cursed and now I must sign off before I'm fired. Thanks to all you happy, mean, sad, annoying, rich, skinny and chubby McDonalds-loving moms. You have provided all the entertainment I need for the day. I may even go home, turn the TV off and bond with my child and stuff.

Be sure to tune in tomorrow!

Anonymous wrote:Wow! I think I know why I don't have a lot of friends. After reading most of this thread I must be the most annoying person on the planet: I don't dress to the nines, I encourage my children to share, sometimes they whine, I don't always put hats and mittens on them, I'm not in the best physical shape, and the list could go on.

Wow. It is good to know everyone thinks so little of me.

God, me too.

Anonymous wrote:Oh and I forgot to add - it is so lazy to see a four year old in a stroller...

A 4/5 year old has more energy than most adults, so I don't buy the line that they get tired when walking around in the city. Chances are you will get tired before they do. It is just easier for you as their parent - don't pretend it is for their benefit.

I'm all for physical fitness for kids & adults, but small children do get tired quicker. Plus walking around in the city ... come one. There are cars whizzing by right next to the sidewalk. I'd want my child strapped in those situations.

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Dads that try to act enlightened. Doesn't work. I just can't take a man seriously when debating certain issues related to child rearing.

I'll give you the edge for most issues regarding gestation, the birth, and breastfeeding. Once that kid is out, why is the fact that I have a wiener a handicap in fully participating in the development process? If we went down that road, I might as well leave all the night waking, diaper changing, behavior issues, feeding, shopping, errands and chores 100% to the mother. When she asks me why I'm being an ass, I'll kindly explain that I have a Y chromosome and can't possibly relate.

Anonymous wrote:Wow! I think I know why I don't have a lot of friends. After reading most of this thread I must be the most annoying person on the planet: I don't dress to the nines, I encourage my children to share, sometimes they whine, I don't always put hats and mittens on them, I'm not in the best physical shape, and the list could go on.

But do you RSVP for your kid's friends' birthday parties??