Some parts of parenting feel like you’re getting away with something, even though you are absolutely not breaking any laws. Just vibes. Like going to bed before your kids. The first time I did it, I felt like I should whisper about it. “Don’t tell anyone… I just… went to sleep.” But guess what? I am an adult. I can go to bed at 9pm if I want. Revolutionary. Saying no to an activity because I cannot be bothered is another one. Not because we’re busy. Not because it clashes. Just because my energy bar is flashing red. Apparently “we’re staying home because I said so” is allowed. Serving freezer food for tea three nights in a row. Feels criminal. But the kids are fed, alive, and somehow still have the energy to argue. So clearly they are fine. Letting them be bored. I used to think I needed to provide constant enrichment like a zookeeper for small emotional mammals. Turns out boredom does not cause permanent damage. Parenting is full of moments that feel wrong because they are not Pi...
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