As a proud mom, I’ve come to realize that I possess a unique set of skills that no one else in my household seems to have. Here are 15 things that only I seem to manage:
- Change the Toilet Paper Roll. It’s a mystery why my family can’t grasp the simple task of replacing the toilet paper. Seriously, it’s not that complicated, and leaving just a couple of sheets behind doesn’t count.
- Dispose of Food Wrappers. Muffin and cheese stick wrappers seem to have a magnetic pull towards the kitchen counter, always just a few inches away from the trash can.
- Pick Up Paper Scraps. “Let’s make crafts!” Sure, but can I charge a quarter for every scrap left behind? I could be a millionaire.
- Recycle Empty Containers. Why do half-eaten food containers end up on the counter or back in the fridge? It’s a true head-scratcher.
- Toss Anything into the Trash. This isn’t just specific to my family, is it? The garbage can is literally a few steps away from anywhere in the kitchen.
- Notice Overflowing Trash. I must possess a keen eye for garbage, as it seems I’m the only one who notices when the bin is overflowing.
- Hang Up Hand Towels. My little one gets a pass, but everyone else can easily hang the towel back on the rack. So why don’t they?
- Put Up Bath Towels. Same issue as hand towels—this shouldn’t be a challenge for anyone over the age of five!
- Get Clothes into the Hamper. Dropping clothes right in front of the hamper is a form of torture. Seriously, it’s RIGHT THERE!
- Load the Dishwasher. The dishwasher is designed for dirty dishes, yet somehow they still end up on the counter.
- Answer Questions. It’s funny how my family thinks I have all the answers. Why not ask Dad standing right there? He might surprise you!
- Locate Missing Items. My family seems to think that standing in one spot and whining will magically make lost items appear.
- Find Food in the Fridge. Searching for snacks seems to involve waiting for the item to fall into their hands instead of actually looking for it.
- Locate Items in the Fridge Door. You’d think finding a snack in the fridge door would be easier, but apparently not.
- Kiss Away Boo-Boos. This one is undeniably true; my kisses seem to hold some magical healing power, although I bet Dad’s kisses work pretty well, too.
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In summary, being a mom comes with its own set of unique challenges and responsibilities that often seem to fall solely on our shoulders. Each task may seem small, but together they highlight the many roles we play in our families.