Karma is a bitch. Today I am that parent. Blake's Valentine Party is today, this afternoon. I did not send him to school with his valentine's because I misread the newsletter his teacher sent home and just assumed the party was Monday. I have all the supplies to make cards this weekend with all the kids. We've been talking about it all week AND I even talked to Blake's teacher about it on Tuesday, like I COMPLETELY understood what was happening.
What is going to happen when Shawn really leaves? I'll tell you what. All three teachers of my kids will think I am the biggest loser as a parent, because if I can do this shit WITH Shawn in country, wtf will happen with him not?
You need to give yourself a break. It was ONE forgetful moment. ONE. It isn't as if you are a cronic repeat, forgetful, noninvolved, noninterested parent. And I'm sorry but if Blake's teacher is going to hold this against you than she has a lot of growing up to do. Anyone with a family would easily forgive this - just as you would if you were a teacher now. Pre-kids it is easy to be critical of parents. Post-kids it is easy to be understanding.
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