Updated: March 24, 2020
Originally Published: March 23, 2017
The conversation surrounding whether or not parents should share their children’s lives on social media is one that never seems to end. Personally, I’m all for it. My little ones are adorable, and since family is often scattered, it’s a convenient way to keep everyone in the loop. Yet, this got me pondering: What if the roles were reversed?
Imagine a world where our kids had smartphones, posting Facebook updates about their parents and flooding their Instagram feeds with our photos. What if they used the cutest Snapchat filters on themselves while opting for the most ridiculous ones for us? It’s hard to imagine how I’d look with a flower crown and flawless skin—oh well!
Picture this: our kids broadcasting our daily lives on social media while we remain blissfully unaware. They might create compilation videos of us clumsily attempting to use the latest slang. “Aww! Dad just said ‘lit!’ Can you repeat that, Dad? Smile for the camera! One… two… three! Lit! Yes! Good job! He’s so adorable and clueless!”
Then, there’d be those #InstaFails showcasing that furry vest you thought was trendy. Or, rants about how mom waits until Christmas Eve to wrap gifts. Seriously, how long did she have to prepare for those?
We’d probably see big stickers plastered on our shirts, marking our ages for birthday photos, creating an entire album titled “Mommy’s Journey to the Golden Years.” There would be Snapchat stories of us attempting dance moves from the latest music videos we have no business trying.
Our morning bedhead might end up on national TV, while our kids’ countdown until we finally doze off in front of a daytime talk show would go viral. And let’s not forget the food pics of chicken nuggets and apple slices or blog posts showcasing our Pinterest fails—turned into a collage that looks like a craft store exploded in the microwave.
Of course, they would share a few heartwarming moments too. My kids might post a nostalgic picture of me in my golden years, sitting in a wheelchair at the nursing home, with a caption like #ByeMomItWasReal. There could be posts expressing gratitude mixed with the frustration of dealing with nagging and vegetables, but ultimately recognizing that those hugs make it all worthwhile.
Having considered what it might be like to be a child of parents who overshare, one might expect me to suggest a change of heart. Nope! I remember my teenage years all too well—the sass, the rebellion, and the questionable fashion choices. While my kids are still adorable, I’m going to continue documenting our joyful moments together and sharing them with friends and family. I want them to see my kids through my eyes.
And just to ensure I can relive these moments later when they become typical teenagers, I’ll back everything up on hard drives and in the cloud. For more insights on this topic, check out this other blog post.
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In summary, while the thought of our kids sharing their perspectives on us might be humorous, it doesn’t change the fact that we cherish the moments we create together. I’ll continue to share our adventures while preparing for the teenage years ahead.