Dirty laundry, giving me the stink eye,
I better wash that.
Stale crackers dancing on the floor,
Thanks, kids.
Remembering I was writing something.
Actually, maybe I should do the dishes first.
Crap, the kids are fighting again.
This summer break isn’t for the faint-hearted.
Inordinate knocking at the door,
Oh, great, the neighbor girl is here again.
Nope, my coffee isn’t strong enough for this.
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Stephanie Downard
I'm a mom of 3 plus a bonus son. I've discovered I love writing, and in my free time, that's what I do! I may not be the best, but that will not stop me! It can only go up from here! I hope you enjoy the words that trickle out of my head.
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Comments (8)
Family life is one big long distraction - can confirm!
Well done & spot on during summer break!!!♥️♥️💕
Oh so true.
A great read, excellent challenge entry and I love the photo! Great job!
The coffee is never strong enough. I love the time spent with my family during school holidays, but it is always nice to get back to the relative peace and routine of work and school.
I burst out laughing at your pic! Your poem was both hilarious and pitiful. You need some stronger stuff to deal with all of that! Loved your poem!
This was a fun ride 😅 As a teacher, I resonated with this a bit, for a bit of the opposite reason -- being free for the summer and thinking of parents at home with their kids :) Awesome job!
😅 Time for a double shot of espresso! I enjoyed this a lot, Stephanie. Made me laugh.