“You should have never become a parent.” Can you imagine the audacity it takes for someone to not just whisper those words, but to bellow them at me, laced with contempt and judgment?
What was I doing to deserve such scorn? Did I bring a newborn into a nightclub? Absolutely not. Was I puffing on cigarettes or sipping cocktails while my children were around? No way. Was I unleashing a tirade of anger on my poor, unsuspecting kids? Not even close.
In that moment, when this irate middle-aged man chose to hurl his harsh words my way, I was simply—wait for it—being a typical mom. The nerve, right? How dare I choose to be a parent and just be, you know, a mom who feeds, bathes, hugs, and teaches her little ones on a daily basis?
In this so-called “average” moment, my three-year-old was having an appropriately age-typical meltdown, complete with whining, crying, and screaming. How unfortunate for my “poor little spoiled” toddler that my rule after storytime at the library was to attempt using the potty before waiting in line to pick up his sister. And how terribly unfortunate for Mr. Grumpy Pants, who decided to publicly chastise me and my child while I carried my son over my shoulder, with his baby sister snug in her carrier.
What a disaster that must have been for you, sir. How exasperating it must have been to witness an authentic slice of life unfolding right before your eyes. But you were too busy focusing on the chaos you wanted to see, not the reality of love, patience, and growth that was actually happening.
Had you taken a moment to breathe and observe, you might have realized that you were witnessing a mother doing her best amidst the trials of parenting. But no, your selfishness prevented that.
While I could easily point out how unfortunate it is for your kids to have someone like you as a role model—if you even have any—I’ll refrain from saying that. Instead, I’ll share this: People like you should absolutely have children; there’s a chance they might teach you a thing or two about kindness and compassion. Good luck with that!
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In summary, parenting can be messy, loud, and chaotic, but it’s also filled with love and learning. The next time you see a mother trying her best, remember that every ounce of effort counts, even when it feels average.
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