1. This parent who attempted to play the role of teacher:
Child: Can you help me with my math assignment? Me: Yes I can. Child: [hands me paper] Me: No I can’t. .
2. This mom who has a newfound appreciation for technology:
Normally I would get annoyed with my kids asking Alexa one thousand questions but they’re not asking me so basically it’s the best day ever
3. This parent who is just taking it one day at a time:
Last week my 5YO got to choose a special treat, and she chose to give me a new hairstyle
4. This mom who had a sudden realization:
My 7yo just saw a cutting board in the kitchen and said "What's that?" if you're wondering how often I cook.
5. This parent who finally understands:
When my son failed a math test before March 1, 2020: “Did you not study? Are you not paying attention in class? Do you need a tutor?” When my son fails a math test today: “Welp, buddy, we did our best.”
6. This dad who saved some money with a free haircut:
Today our 6yo surprised us by cutting her 3yo brother’s hair and I have no idea what she was thinking but if she was going for a ‘cheap scarecrow/hillbilly after a drunken fight with a lawnmower’ look then she fucking nailed it
7. This mom whose mentality is "there are no rules":
Me: What do you want for breakfast? 3: Cheeseburgers Me: No we can’t ha...wait
8. This mom who took several deep breaths:
Hubs: Ok boys, pick a number 1-4 3 year old: Lion Gaurd! 5 year old: 5! So yes, homeschooling is going quite well.
9. This mom who is over creativity:
8: mummy if you invented a new deadly spider what would you call it? Me: 8: Me: 8: Me: 8: Me: 8: Me: Greg
10. This mom who tried her hardest:
My 8-year-old’s history notes:
11. This mom who was maybe a bit concerned:
My toddler just asked how to make her brother stop breathing so if anyone needs a lead on a future contract killer hit me up
12. This mom who was in for a surprise:
My 6yo just asked me if he could be homeschooled forever. I was not prepared for this plot twist.
13. This dad who was a bit baffled:
I’m not saying our healthy lifestyle has deteriorated under quarantine, but I just asked our 5yo what his favorite fruit is and he answered “sausage.”
14. This mom who is trying to hold it together:
My new favorite hobby is asking my kids the same five questions every day Why are you crying? Where are your clothes? Who did this? Why is this sticky? Why are YOU sticky?
15. This mom who's about to get real creative with meals:
Me: *prepares 8746790th meal in quarantine* ok kids it’s green lentil banana bread sandwich with a side of cheesy cornflakes, enjoy
16. This mom who has almost given up:
Homeschooling day 12: Fed the math homework to the dog myself.
17. This parent who is in an endless loop of housework:
After folding all of the clothes I can only assume that I have 7 children and two husbands that I was not previously aware of.
18. This parent who needs a moment of peace:
When my kids are destroying my house, I like to close my eyes and imagine life 2 months ago when my kids were destroying my house but I wasn't quarantined.
19. This mom who started off strong:
HOMESCHOOL HOT LUNCH Monday: Mac n cheese with fruit cup Tuesday: Chicken nuggets & chips Wednesday: Mac n cheese again Thursday: Make your own damn lunch Friday: Cheetos
20. And finally, this incredible point:
People without kids during quarantine: “What ten hobbies should I pick up?” Parents: “This 5 minutes to myself from 10:55-11pm has been really nice.”