With Thanksgiving now behind us, it’s time to bring the Elf on the Shelf out of its seasonal slumber and shift our focus to holiday decorating. This annual ritual is typically filled with joy and anticipation, but when you have children, it can quickly become… more intricate.
Gone are the days when you could leisurely unwrap delicate ornaments, sipping wine and enjoying festive tunes. Now, it’s a frantic scramble as kids race to grab their favorite decorations, while you frantically shout reminders to handle them with care, lest they shatter. The ornaments seem to find their home all on one branch, as you suppress the urge to correct their artistic choices and remain calm. The kids may do everything in their power to suck the fun out of the process, but as parents, we persevere. No one can relate to your holiday chaos quite like the humorous parents of Twitter.
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Because they won’t only be wreaking havoc on your tree this holiday season. - Is it that obvious?
You can hover over them, micromanaging their ornament hanging, or you can accept that this year, everything will be at a toddler’s eye level. - Oh look, Mom’s eye is twitching.
It’s the season to outdo your friends on Instagram with your festive decor, all while drowning in glasses of wine and an overwhelming lack of joy. - Whoops.
They’ve already shattered your dreams—why stop there? - You thought the toddler phase was tough.
Now that they’re old enough to help, they’re too cool for it? Thanks for those five years of diaper duty, kids. Time to change the WiFi password. - Cherished moments.
Creating special memories for your child is priceless. Don’t forget to post that precious video on social media. - How convenient!
Perhaps hand them a roll of toilet paper to drape around the banister. Let them go wild. - The struggle is real.
After watching them hang every ornament on one side of the tree, the temptation to rebalance it may be overwhelming. If they notice, just blame it on that pesky little red elf. - Those pesky lights…
They can be the bane of dads everywhere during the holidays. Sorry, fellas. - Desperate measures.
Even Baby Jesus won’t judge you for pleading His name in the name of a beautifully decorated tree. - If only.
Dads often retreat to the garage, wrestling with a tangled mess of lights, thinking, “I’ll see you in January.” - There’s no escape from glitter.
As the wise say, “glitter is the herpes of craft supplies.” Enough said. - Good luck.
Speaking of reasons to consider divorce, you might want to keep your lawyer on speed dial! - The absolute worst.
Savor these moments while they last; January will be here before you know it. Happy decorating!
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Summary:
Decorating for the holidays can be a chaotic affair, especially with kids around. While it used to be a tranquil experience, parents now find themselves in a whirlwind of excitement and stress as children vie for decoration control. Humorously capturing these struggles, parents on Twitter share their relatable experiences, reminding us that the holiday season is as much about the journey as it is about the end result.
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