50 Unjust Realities for My Children

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As a dedicated parent, I strive to ensure fairness in every aspect of my children’s lives. Whether it’s pouring their drinks or sharing memories from their early years, I take great care to balance everything. Yet, despite my best intentions, my children frequently express feelings of injustice. After observing their concerns, I can’t help but acknowledge the many grievances they have. Here are some reasons why their lives might seem remarkably unfair:

1. They must shower every night if there’s an odor, regardless of their previous night’s bath.
2. They are prohibited from drinking my coffee.
3. They have to carry their own backpacks to the car.
4. Recently, my child Alex found a lonely chocolate chip on the counter, leaving Jamie and Taylor disappointed as they had to wait until the next day for their after-school treat.
5. The existence of crust on bread.
6. I don’t allow them to blast gaming videos on the iPad while I’m cooking.
7. They get woken up early each morning.
8. And they are promptly put to bed in the evening.
9. I get frustrated when they jump in puddles with new shoes.
10. If it’s chilly, they must wear jackets.
11. Eating upstairs is off-limits.
12. Jamie gets an extra 15 minutes of screen time at night compared to her siblings.
13. As the eldest, she has watched significantly more television over the years.
14. They can’t stay out late on school nights; 7:15 p.m. is the cutoff.
15. Regular teeth brushing is mandatory.
16. They had to join me on a recent trip to the drive-thru bank.
17. Homework is an inevitable part of their lives.
18. Outdoor playtime is canceled if it rains.
19. The ratio of crust to pizza is disappointingly imbalanced.
20. Jamie is the only girl among them.
21. They must deal with shoelaces.
22. Riding bikes inside the house is strictly prohibited.
23. Alex has to wear glasses.
24. But he also gets the benefit of wearing glasses.
25. We are driving to Florida during spring break instead of flying.
26. Monday mornings are always tough.
27. They can’t watch PG-13 movies.
28. Their muddy shoes must stay outside.
29. Soda is off-limits.
30. The boys get both a brother and a sister.
31. I made Alex the last waffle for breakfast yesterday.
32. Helmets are a must when they ride bikes outside.
33. Sleepovers are not allowed on school nights.
34. Jamie is going to summer camp and will have fun without her brothers.
35. Yet, she will also miss out on exciting activities at home.
36. Spelling tests are a reality they cannot escape.
37. Jamie used too much hot water, resulting in Alex having a quick, five-minute shower.
38. They never get to stay home from school just because they feel like it.
39. They do not each have a kitten.
40. Or any kitten at all.
41. Haircuts are mandatory.
42. They cannot choose their dinner every night.
43. The remote controls cannot be stored in their rooms.
44. Getting their toenails trimmed is a chore.
45. They are not allowed to use my computer.
46. Thank you notes are a requirement.
47. Jamie always gets to do things first.
48. Alex has both an older sibling and a younger one.
49. Taylor tends to get a bit more pampering.
50. Vegetables remain a constant in their diet.

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In summary, despite my efforts to create an equitable environment for my children, they perceive numerous injustices in their daily lives. From mandatory showers to the restrictions on snacks and screen time, their list of grievances is extensive. Yet, these challenges are part of growing up and learning the value of fairness.