As soon as morning breaks, the chaos begins. I know that my day will be a whirlwind of activity until the stars twinkle in the night sky. Even then, my mind, fueled by the demands of motherhood, doesn’t quiet down as easily as I hope. The rushing, the constant checking, ensuring my pets are fed, and that the bathroom floor is dry to prevent any slips—it’s a lot to juggle. Hand me a cup of coffee and sprinkle in some patience, and maybe I’ll make it through this day in one piece.
Better yet, how about a partner in this daily madness? If only I could clone myself, life would be a lot easier.
After managing to get my kids off to school (only a few minutes late), I spot you, fellow mom, frantically dashing out of the school parking lot. Your hair is thrown up in a messy bun, and I can tell you have a packed schedule just like me.
But wow, you excel at coaching soccer. I watched you last week, and your ability to teach those kids teamwork is impressive. You stay calm when the referee makes questionable calls, and even when one of the kids breaks the rules, you handle it with grace. Meanwhile, I can hardly recall which of my kids is on the field, let alone whether they wore the right jersey today.
You mentioned during our last bake sale how you wish you could whip up treats like I do, but the thought of flour everywhere stresses you out. Your cakes flop more often than not, while baking is my escape. I had to miss the PTA meeting just to perfect my cookies, but I heard you were there, whistle in hand.
So, here’s my idea: What if you became my sister wife? Let’s embrace the madness together. I can bake, you can coach, and we can share the burden of chores. Imagine how much smoother our lives would be if we could split responsibilities. I can handle double the kids if I only have to do it part-time. It’s the full-time grind that throws me off balance.
I’m ready to sign a contract. We both know we can make this work. I can pick up the kids, tackle their endless questions, and keep their snacks flowing. You can take that much-deserved break—grab a latte, reconnect with friends, or even sign up for that pole-dancing class you’ve been eyeing. Just make sure it won’t interfere with my spin classes on Wednesday and Friday nights.
After your refreshment, you’ll be energized to handle bedtime routines with your partner. It’s a win-win! If you throw birthday parties for the kids, I’ll take care of all the bills and school paperwork, no problem. I’ll even book dentist appointments for everyone, including your husband’s vasectomy (I’ll just drop him off). The chaos of parties and gift disputes, though? I’d rather avoid that entirely, thank you very much.
Every other Thursday and Saturday, I’ll tackle the deep cleaning while you manage grocery shopping. I can create a list organized by aisle so you won’t have to waste time wandering the store. And I’ll even clip and alphabetize the coupons! I’ll have time for all the baking because you’ll be attending the meetings, right? And if you forget my favorite cheese occasionally, I won’t even be mad—just grateful I didn’t have to endure those boring sessions.
We can take our kids to the park together, taking turns staring at our phones while keeping an eye on them. I’ll watch Tommy while you catch up on Instagram, and then we can swap. We’re still present for our kids; we’re just sharing the enormous responsibility of motherhood and quality time.
This is a brilliant idea! The notion of “divide and conquer” is outdated. Let’s join forces and tackle our responsibilities without losing our sanity. We can each focus on what brings us joy, even if it’s different from one another.
What if we disagree? That won’t happen; we’ll be too busy enjoying our newfound balance. And your husband? You can keep him—sharing is not on the table.
So, what do you think? Just sign here…
This article was originally published on May 8, 2017.
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Summary
Seeking a sister wife could transform the chaos of motherhood into a more manageable partnership. By sharing responsibilities such as cooking, cleaning, and managing kids, both mothers can reclaim their sanity and enjoy their individual passions. This humorous call to action emphasizes the benefits of collaboration in parenting while maintaining a positive outlook on life’s challenges.