Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, parents have been having to endure distance learning with their kids since March. Sure, they may have gotten a break over the summer, but now that they’re back to it, it’s more of a struggle than ever.
Parents everywhere are turning to—where else—social media to vent about the true struggles that are having your kids at home while also attending school remotely. If you’re a parent enduring the same, these posts are going to be super relatable.
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There Are Way Too Many Communication Channels
Distance learning from r/memes
I’m so lost.
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The Chores Are Piling Up
I need 18 more hands.
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Getting Ready in the Morning is a Lost Cause
Just nope.
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You Honestly Feel Kinda Stupid
Long division who?
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The Kids Aren’t “Distant” Enough
They’re just…home! All the time!
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Technology is Not Your Strong Suit
Back in my day this wouldn’t have even been possible!
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You Realize The Teacher Has Been Lying
Why didn’t you ever give my kid detention? What’s wrong with you?
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Multiple Kids? Forget About it
Nope, nope and nope.
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They’re Way Too Reliant On You
Why do you think I know the answer?
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Your Kids Wear the Same Clothes Everyday
It’s called a uniform.
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You Wear ALL The Hats
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And you’re not super okay with it.
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Alcohol is Necessary
All the wine.
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You Realize You NEVER Get a Break
Snow used to mean FUN.
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You’re Always Learning Too
Fascinating.
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You Had High Expectations
But they failed you.
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You Need Alexa to Take This One
Well, she can do everything else, can’t she?
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You SWEAR You’re Teaching
Well, you’re teaching them that breaks are good. Breaks are necessary.
Are you home with your kids while they’re distance learning? What’s your biggest struggle?