In a laugh-out-loud moment many moms can relate to, a dad’s text exchange on his wife’s first day back at work left her feeling both amused and exasperated.
Matt Costello, the dad behind the blog “Dad Versus Diapers,” humorously chronicles the chaos of that day. “It’s been a tough week. Jessica’s maternity leave is over,” he wrote. “The person who usually stops the house from burning down has gone back to work, leaving me to handle our little one solo. Let’s just say, when Jess walked out that morning, there were a few tears, some dramatic sobbing, and yes, a protest-soiling incident… but by lunchtime, I had managed to pull myself together.”
His comedic flair is clear, and while his wife probably appreciates his humor, she’s likely just craving a simple picture of their baby. “To ease Jess’s worries about leaving our son in the care of a well-meaning idiot, I promised to keep her updated,” he continued.
Here’s where things get tricky for poor Jess. All she really wants is a photo of her adorable baby, but Dad can’t resist being the jokester. Isn’t that just the way of parenting?
As someone who primarily works from home, I can relate. On days when I head into the city, I’m always surprised by how long it takes my husband to respond to my “checking in” texts. I know everything is probably fine, but I often find myself sending increasingly frantic messages like “ARE THE KIDS OKAY? WHY CAN’T YOU JUST TEXT ME BACK?” — because, let’s be honest, that’s just how we moms roll. We worry. Meanwhile, dads seem to have a knack for pushing our buttons.
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In summary, a mom’s return to work can spark a flurry of emotions, especially when her husband’s humor takes center stage in the form of text messages. While she seeks reassurance, he provides comic relief, leading to a relatable exchange that many families experience.