I hate school (dd loves it).
I hate the chaotic admin, last minute demands and utter futility of ever hoping someone will ever manage to call you back or reply to an email (or even read it).
I hate the archaic practices of 'letters in book bags' and 'respond in person by tomorrow'.
I hate trying to ingratiate myself with parents I have nothing in common with (other than our children were born in the same academic year) because I feel I have to otherwise dd will be friendless. (She won't).
I hate the guilt of being a working parent and not part of the 'school mums/PTA/after school playdates/our children are so popular'. Not that I want to hang out with these people just that dd will be scarred for life if I don't. (She won't).
I hate the 'oh don't worry I'll sort that out for you/bump you up the list/find a place for your kid because I know you from the PTA' versus 'sorry no idea, someone will call you back'. (They don't).
I hate the divisive cliques, gossiping, frosty stares if you dare suggest something could be improved and frankly just the sheer amount of women in one place. (In my defence I work in a female dominated team and love it).
I feel like I've unwittingly entered a cult.
Dd is happy so I shouldn't rant I know. Just needed to get it off my chest.
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Pointless rant. Feel free to ignore.
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Millionprammiles · 15/12/2016 09:24
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