I believe that “quirky” comes in many forms, much like families themselves. Whether it’s through silly nicknames or creating our own secret language, every family has its unique flavor of oddness. You might think that’s bizarre, but trust me, it’s all in good fun. Here’s how my family might come across as unconventional, even to other quirky families:
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We Educate Our Kids on All the Colorful Language.
We figure they’ll hear these words eventually, so they might as well learn how to use them correctly! So far, we haven’t received any notices from school, but I have a feeling our 5-year-old, who could easily pass for a little sailor, might change that when he starts kindergarten.
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We Frequently Engage in Outrageous Dancing.
Let’s be real—our dance moves are something that no one else would ever want to witness. Seriously, it’s probably terrifying for normal folks. I never danced with my parents growing up, so this was a strange new world for me. But crank up some classic ’80s tunes, and I morph into the ultimate dancing queen. I just hope my kids remember these moments of me being a total dork!
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We Celebrate Life’s Eccentricities.
“Wow, you’re sporting three pairs of socks on your hands and a tutu as a hat? Bold choices, my friend!” We cheer each other on to embrace our unique styles and be good people.
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We Have Role-Reversals Galore.
Our son loves to wear dresses and has a sensitive side, while our daughter channels her inner wild child. My husband is the chef extraordinaire and a much better communicator than I am, while I may just embody that spring break vibe way too often.
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We Choose to Live in the Woods.
Yes, it’s a conscious choice—complete with bears. Our kids can identify various wildlife droppings and know how to react if they encounter a mountain lion. Plus, we’ve had to haul groceries up a hill on a sled due to the heavy snowfall. What were we thinking?
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We Get Totally Obsessed with Hobbies.
This summer, our son honed his pogo stick skills to the point of jumping 6,000 times in a row, while our daughter is obsessed with stacking intricate towers. I can easily get lost in writing for hours, and my husband has a knack for crafting wood projects that end up scattered around the house. It’s all a bit odd, but we love it!
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We’re a Board Game Family with a Twist.
From Yahtzee to Monopoly, we dive into all sorts of games—though I can’t deny I want to crush my kids every time we play!
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We Invent Silly Games with Random Items.
Our latest creation involved a soccer ball and a hula hoop, and we spent an embarrassing amount of time trying to kick the ball through the spinning hoop. It’s surprisingly fun—give it a whirl!
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Napping Outdoors is Our Thing.
Whether in hammocks or on blankets, we love napping outside—even with the bears around! One time, our 3-year-old dashed into the house from his hammock when a mama bear strolled by. Maybe that’s a little strange, huh?
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We Occasionally “Borrow” Our Kids from School.
Sometimes we’ll ski, bike, or just hit the movies instead. When our son had perfect attendance one semester, we felt like we were failing as parents. Life is short, after all!
This list just scratches the surface of our unique family quirks, but I’m certain your family has its own brand of weirdness. Embracing our quirks is not only fun, it’s liberating—so let’s all fly our freak flags high and proud!
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Summary: Families come in all shapes and sizes, and embracing your unique quirks can be a joyous experience. From dancing to silly games, every family has its own flavor of oddness that brings joy and connection. So let’s celebrate the weirdness and keep our freak flags flying!