Let me just say, with a hint of humor (and maybe a glass or two of wine), my husband can sometimes miss the mark when it comes to recognizing the hard work I put in as a Stay-At-Home-Mom. Don’t get me wrong; he’s a genuinely kind guy, which is part of why I adore him. But there are days when I want to take my frying pan and give him a playful whack!
In our household, he has claimed the title of the “fun parent.” When the kids are eager to break the rules and get a little rowdy, they know exactly who to approach—dad! Meanwhile, I’m the go-to for snacks, comfort, or when they want to snitch on each other. So, without further ado, here are ten quirky ways my husband’s antics make me the less exciting parent.
- The Classic “Go Ask Mom” Move: Seriously? You can’t just say no to our child’s wild request for a bath with the dog? Thanks for making me the villain here.
- “Oh, Don’t Listen to Your Mother!” This one drives me up the wall. After a long day with the kids, you stroll in and flip the script, completely undermining my authority. Thanks for that!
- Sweets After the Sugar Talk: He’ll lecture me about how sugar makes the kids crazy, then hand them candy like it’s confetti. If that’s the case, can I start pouring myself a glass of wine guilt-free?
- Bedtime Antics: Nothing like wrestling with an overexcited four-year-old who’s just spent 20 minutes streaking through the house because dad said it was hilarious. Can I get a little backup here?
- The Grocery Store Prize: If our child gets a new toy every time we shop, then I think I deserve a little something too. How about some chocolate and a day off? I’m the one managing the chaos!
- Early Timeout Releases: After our little explorer freaked out about tying a spatula to the dog’s tail, he got a timeout. But then you swoop in and let him out early, sending him right back to his “experiment.” Thanks for that lovely surprise.
- Impromptu Arts and Crafts: You said yes to finger painting the fridge without any limits. Now, I’m left with a colorful disaster to clean up. Where were you when this was happening?
- No Toothbrushing Before Bed: To avoid a bedtime showdown, you let them skip brushing their teeth. Hello, tooth decay! It might not be fun, but brushing needs to happen every night.
- The Great Disappearing Act: When the baby’s diaper needs changing, you somehow vanish! It’s like watching a magic trick—poof, and he’s gone! Must be off to tackle that finger paint mess.
- Advice on Mom Life: Your suggestions on how to improve my SAHM game are always welcome—especially when you can’t even manage to place your towel in the hamper (which is only three feet away). Want to swap jobs for a day?
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In summary, my husband’s playful parenting style keeps things lively, but it sure does make my role as the responsible parent a bit more challenging!