Having survived my kids’ entire childhood and teenage years, I can really relate to this post. So many parents are afraid to admit that there are ever times when they don’t absolutely adore their offspring. My kids were experts at pushing buttons, usually when my defenses were down to begin with. Did I love them with all my heart? Of course. But were there times I [almost] wished they would be taken away from me and spirited off to that Perfect Other Family? Afraid so.
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Cordelia's Mom, Still 
Ha! I just consider motherhood a great success if we manage to avoid eating them while their bones are still soft.
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I’m with you on that. Couldn’t have said it better myself!
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Thanks for putting this up, CM! ❤
All so true, and indeed, better to recognize and deal with your buttons sooner than later, 🙂
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I figured some of my readers would appreciate it. Admitting that you occasionally dislike your own kids is a big no-no to a lot of people, but it think most parents have gone through it at least once.
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People always try and sooth you by saying “It’s a phase…” and it is, but they never tell you about the next phase. HA HA. Kids are supposed to push your buttons and test your limits – it’s their job – and if that’s not happening, something’s wrong. Meanwhile deep breaths – lots of deep breaths. It’s all normal.
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