Jeff Wysaski
No matter where you live, some parenting moments and philosophies are universal…
1. Used the TV as a babysitter:
2. Told them, “You’ll grow into it:”
3. Somehow found their horrendously dishonest behavior endearing:
4. Given them the last piece of cake, even though you really wanted it:
5. Did everything possible to minimize their shortcomings:
6. Genuinely believed he or she was the cutest kid on the planet:
7. Relished the excuse to do kid stuff again:
8. Turned into a supervillain when pushed too far:
9. Encouraged their imagination:
10. Gone out of your way to make them happy:
11. Found yourself watching cartoons long after they’ve left the room:
12. Played along, even if it made you look ridiculous:
13. Regretted that one second you turned your back:
14. Said, “Yes” purely because they asked with extreme cuteness:
15. Encouraged them, even after failing miserably:
16. Selfishly used them for your own personal amusement:
17. Lied and told a friend, “He’s adorable:”
18. Occasionally envied your non-parent friends, because:
19. Found profound wisdom in the innocence of their words:
20. Bonded over a common interest:
21. Found refuge in those few short minutes in the bathroom:
Previously: 18 Parents Who Are Doing it Right