I recently stumbled upon a bizarre trend where individuals are purchasing lollipops infused with diseases, which are then mailed to them in an effort to intentionally expose children to illnesses like chickenpox, mumps, and measles—essentially opting out of vaccinations. A fellow parent shared, “I just received a Pox Package in the mail, complete with two lollipops and a damp rag with spit.” Delicious, right?
This concept is reminiscent of chickenpox parties, but now it’s all done remotely, leaving you clueless about the origins of these germs and what other ailments might be lurking. I mean, really, this is one of those things that leaves me utterly baffled.
But since there appears to be a demand for such oddities, I’d like to introduce my son, Max. Every winter, he transforms into a walking petri dish. His nose produces an array of colorful mucus, accompanied by a symphony of coughs and sneezes. He’s that kid who makes other parents at preschool shudder, wondering why I haven’t kept him home all season. The cycle of sickness kicks off in September and drags on through March, infecting the whole household in the process.
So, as a gesture of goodwill—and because I believe everyone deserves a sick day—I’m willing to send out one of Max’s used tissues. It’s practically a guaranteed way to catch a cold, and it’s the next best thing to having him breathe all over you. Who knows? You might even win a bout of pneumonia!
Consider this my little gift to you, just because I care. You’re welcome!
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Summary:
The article humorously discusses a strange trend of buying diseased lollipops to expose children to illnesses, likening it to chickenpox parties. It introduces a parent’s winter struggles with their sick child and offers a tongue-in-cheek solution of sending used tissues as a way to share the misery. The post also includes links to resources about home insemination.