I have two of the most beautiful and amazing daughters on the planet. I am so blessed. One is a tween and the other a pre-schooler. They are my life. And right now, they are driving me nuts.
I’ve been warning my hubs that I’m nearing a wall. That my breaking point is within reach. He responds with not offering to help and blaming me for my own lack of self-care. Yep, I take responsibility there, but step it up, Dude.
My youngest has been sick for over a week. I hate that for her. She feels awful and I try so hard to keep her calm and comfortable, while my anxiety flies through the roof.
My oldest is PMSing.
I am PMSing.
It’s a fucking party around here.
Daddy is at work all day and comes home in time for dinner. Dinner that I cook. But not tonight. Tonight I have hit my limit and Daddy is picking up pizza on the way home.
The girls fight. CONSTANTLY. Being 8 years apart, I did not think we would have this problem. Apparently (Mom = Incorrect).
Everyone is bored. Everyone wants to go somewhere. No one is ever happy. We’re stuck at home until my youngest gets better. And we are all on each other’s last nerves.
I breathe in, I breathe out. I “awoosa” and “Serenity Now” the shit out of it. Bllllaaaaahhhhh.
I know this is just one of those weeks where everything feels stacked against me, and I reach for relief, and get none, and then break down inside and out, and then suck it back up, because that’s what we moms have to do.
But here’s a little hint, fellas/friends/family members: If a mom says she needs a break, stop what you’re doing and pay attention. Maybe she’s too far gone to do anything for herself. Tell her you’re taking the kids, she’s getting a pedicure, and she’s not to do anything but relax for a little while. Tell her you’re taking over, the kids are in good hands, and she doesn’t have to worry. And then FOLLOW-THROUGH!
Remember, it’s summertime. Everyone is home from school, it’s hot as balls, and, while awesome memories can be made during summer breaks, arguments, stress, and irritated-as-hell mommies are also widely available.
About the author: Sheri Schooley is a sarcastic, witty, self-deprecating, (almost) middle-aged, hilarious wife and mother of two incredibly amazing daughters. She enjoys spending time with her family, as well as making people laugh. She currently resides in the way-too-hot State of Florida and is phenomenal at complaining about it. Sheri expresses herself best through the written word and hopes that you’ll be able to connect with her through her stories of relationships, parenting, and neuroses.
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