Annoying Things Every Parent Encounters At The School Gate
[Photo: REX]
The school run, what can be said about it other than it is a law unto itself. It seems that Parents and Carers around the world forgo any sense of normality for approximately 15-45 minutes a day. Madness reigns as children are passed through the school gates.
Don’t know what I am talking about? Well, let’s explore….
Scooters
You may feel that you have escaped the perils crossing the road especially with your little angel in tow. Unfortunately, it is not over yet you will find yourself dodging at least 5-7 children on scooters so have fun.
Protect your shins and be warned your dodging will prove fruitless. The toe will always be the casualty in this case. In time, the numb feeling will return after about 24 hours just in time to do it all again!
Chatty parents
Do you not have a phone? Can you not meet in a coffee shop afterwards? No, you stand in the middle of the pavement talking about Oliver’s nits or his bowel movements.
Please be aware of others whilst you are having your little chit chat, they have places to go in the morning and you are stopping them. It is not feasible for you to stand in the middle of the pavement, It is not safe, and neither is it helpful. Oh, whilst you are at it remove your pet Chihuahua, thank you.
Bedtime garments
We understand that you live very close to the school, however leaving the house with night time attire is not acceptable. Most people will reach for their wardrobe and put clothes on why can’t you? Is it that difficult?
The Usain Bolt parent
You probably won’t see who this person is- they are usually running at full speed with a small child trailing behind. The parent in question is usually running late jumping/ pole vaulting over anything or anyone in order to not be late for the school bell.
Slow down, get yourself organised and leave on time your child will thank you for this. Finally, your child is not training for the Olympics and neither are you for that matter, so calm down, go to bed early, and get to your destination on time!
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