- The weather was dreary and rainy.
- My phone kept buzzing with Facebook alerts.
- I craved a moment of peaceful solitude to reflect.
- I turned it on for some alone time and just couldn’t muster the energy to turn it off.
- The Cat in the Hat was putting them to sleep.
- The stars were aligned in a weird way today.
- I wanted to dive into a book without interruptions for more than five minutes.
- The temperature outside was frigid.
- It was sweltering outside.
- The great outdoors felt overwhelmingly chaotic.
- I handed them coloring books and crayons, so I figured it didn’t count as screen time.
- Daniel Tiger is educational-ish, right?
- I needed to hear a friendly voice, and adult shows are not kid-friendly.
- I was determined to conquer the next Candy Crush level.
- Daniel Tiger is a spin-off of Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood, and let’s be honest, Mr. Rogers is practically wholesome.
- I wanted to indulge in some crafting to manage my sanity.
- Three hours was the time it took for me to regain my composure before my partner came home.
- I had “Fifty Shades” loaded on my Kindle, just waiting.
- Moby Dick was also on my Kindle, calling my name.
- I had Webster’s Dictionary on hand for some intellectual reading.
- We were all sniffling and in need of rest.
- The playdate I had planned got canceled at the last minute.
- It took me that long to tackle the never-ending pile of dishes.
- The Play-Doh had turned to a rock-like substance.
- Honestly, I just wasn’t in the mood to parent.
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In summary, there are countless valid reasons to let kids indulge in some screen time, especially when it comes to a lovable, educational show like Daniel Tiger. From weather conditions to personal needs, these moments can provide parents with the much-needed breaks we all deserve.