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You’ve started to lose track of what your neighbors look like. They might have escaped to warmer climes, or maybe they’re just staying indoors like you. Seriously, it’s freezing out there! It feels like some haven’t left their homes since October.
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You’ve contemplated throwing that dreadful towel in your entryway across the room. You know the one—the soggy, salt-encrusted towel meant for wet boots that your kids never use properly. It’s a chaotic pile of muddy boots and crystallizing salt stains, and honestly, it’s a sight you can’t stand anymore.
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You’ve come to terms with the fact that the entire winter ordeal—gloves, mittens, boots, jackets, sleds, shovels, and snowmen—has just one purpose: hot cocoa. The thought of it all now makes you cringe.
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You’ve started letting your kids do wild things just to burn off some energy. After they’ve scaled the staircase railing, you pop in those old workout DVDs. It’s not desperation; it’s sheer brilliance! At least someone’s putting them to good use.
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Just the idea of the hours from 4 PM to 7 PM makes you feel sick. You dread those hours cooped up at home, trying to keep your kids amused. If one more person mentions that so-called “mess-less” sand, you might lose it.
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You feel guilty about all the screen time your kids have had this winter. Seriously, what are you supposed to do when you’re stuck inside with wind chills hitting -20 degrees? This is where Pinterest comes in with their cheerful suggestions for surviving winter with kids.
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Thanks but no thanks, Pinterest; I’m not interested in building a snowman—inside or out.
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You’ve officially unfriended everyone who lives south of Charleston for being overly dramatic about the weather. “Oh, it’s 57 degrees and so cold!” Really? Your kids think anything above 33 degrees is warm enough to skip jackets, and they’d probably request a swim at 57!
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You’re completely over the germs. Even if you wanted to venture outside, someone in the house is always sick—stomach bugs, fevers, and snotty noses galore. If you’re feeling unwell, please stay home!
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You are undoubtedly losing your mind!
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In summary, as winter drags on, the signs that you’re ready for spring become harder to ignore. From the cabin fever that sets in as the days grow long to the overwhelming desire for warmer weather, these feelings are universal among parents trying to keep their sanity intact.