Twenty Questions I Can Never Quite Answer

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Parenting is a wild ride, and if you have kids, you know they have an endless curiosity that can leave you scratching your head. I’ve read that children ask around 250 questions a day, which is why I often find myself with a twitchy eyelid and sneaking my wine into the shower. With three kids firing off inquiries like they’re in a game show, it’s no wonder I sometimes feel overwhelmed.

Most of their questions are simple enough—like “Why are you yelling at that guy if he can’t hear you?” (Because he’s driving like a total jerk!). But then there are those perplexing ones, like “Why do we have eyebrows?” For those, I just turn to Google. However, there are plenty of questions that I know the answer to but struggle to explain in a way that makes sense to little minds. These queries often lead us down a rabbit hole that could result in some serious therapy if I’m not careful.

Here are 20 of those head-scratchers and the answers I keep to myself:

1. Where are the cows on that truck going? To a better place, maybe.
2. Why do you and Dad sleep in the same bed? Honestly, I’m too exhausted or tipsy to care most nights!
3. What is this song about? Wait—was I just zoning out? Is that a lake? Is it still Tuesday?
4. Why do you wear mascara? Because I’m a hypocrite telling you to just be yourself.
5. Where was I before I was born? Probably in the same place as those cows.
6. Why do we have to make our beds? Because I had to do it when I was your age. Now, eat your braunschweiger.
7. Anything about time measurement? Oh dear, I can’t explain it! Just know we’ll go to the zoo in a bit—think of it as two Sesame Streets and a Dora, okay?
8. How did that baby get in her tummy? … Who wants ice cream!?
9. How did I get out of your tummy? It was a miracle, trust me.
10. Why is it thundering? Is that thunder? I thought my headache was just getting worse.
11. Why do you always forget stuff? Because I’ve done a lot of fun things that sacrificed some brain cells.
12. Why are you looking at your phone and not answering it? Because I’m not in the mood for interruptions.
13. What is a tampon for? My body has a really weird way of sending news.
14. Does everyone die? Yes, and it’s a scary thought, isn’t it?
15. Why do we go to the dentist if we’re just going to die? Because I want you to have nice teeth for your future partner!
16. Why don’t you have a job? Because you three are a full-time gig, and my clients were a lot to handle!
17. What are hot dogs made out of? Nightmares and regrets, my dear.
18. If fast food is bad for you, why do we go to Taco Bell? I’m just hoping technology will have a solution for the damage I might be doing to you.
19. Why do people drink beer? Because laundry never ends, and sometimes you just need a break.
20. How does a falling star grant a wish if it’s just a rock? Because I’m not ready to explain everything yet.

Despite the chaos, what I love most about kids is their endless wonder and the fresh perspectives they bring. I just hope they don’t discover why Mommy and Daddy share a bed on the playground!

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Summary:

Parenting can be a whirlwind of questions from kids, leaving many parents scrambling for answers. From the silly to the serious, children’s curiosity can challenge adults to think creatively. Embracing these moments, while also seeking the right resources, can make the journey both enlightening and enjoyable.