Being laughed at on the School Run

Clearly, to just walk out on your newborn baby like that. Poor wee mite. 😢

Thank you! And so sorry for being snarky. I really appreciate your reply, it was very kind, thank you 🌸

No, not a flaw, in my opinion. What you said makes perfect sense. I had vague doubts about quite a few posts over the years but shrugged them off, thinking it was me.
Thank you for your explanation. It’s sad though, that we can’t tell who’s genuine and who isn’t. Maybe I’ve been replying to some fake ones all this time. Guess I’ll never know. I think I shall take more care before replying to posts in future, as there’s no telling who I’m talking to!
Thanks again. 🌸

I’m scared to say as people usually get deleted for daring to suggest. It’s just a certain style of writing, an aspect or two that’s ridiculous (Kylie in this case) goady or over the top, primarily it’s very much a style of writing for me though. I actually think that day I was snarky as I’d seen a post by someone in chat who was going through absolute hell and it had about ten replies and I just, it just felt wrong that day, it all just felt so contrived and fake and I got upset for the people who were really posting their real heartfelt stuff or people who cared about these posts and were genuinely trying to help. It’s just how I felt that day. There are amazing people on here and I know that. It’s just recently there have been so many posts like this, all written in the same over the top fashion and it was disheartening. I know I should just ignore it and I’m trying, that’s a flaw in my character. X

No, I don’t want to bicker with you, but I am curious as to what makes you think it’s a made-up post. How can you tell? (Genuine question, not a dig)

Thick twats aren't they!!!

You do realise threads like these are literally fairytales. They makes me a little more snarky than usual. I’ve grown up by two whole weeks since that comment so I’ll try my very best to stay in adult mode for you! 🫡 I trust this is a aufficent response for you and you won’t want to bicker with me.

Bickering with another poster really shows maturity (not) and helps no-one. Do grow up!

Do you know what?

I don't think any of it was aimed at you.

I think they're no different to teenagers who think they're being utterly hilarious and assume that others around them will think them slightly outrageous when everyone is just mentally rolling their eyes.

They just imagine themselves to be a bit kooky.

Yes it can be so that sometimes folk may get the wrong end of the stick
However, everything this Mum's took her time to describe, it's pretty obvious that the mockery is,,, aimed at her & at best it's unfair to try & imply this is one of them occasions, at worst, when others try to imply something you instinctively sense is aimed at your own self, it can be a form of gaslighting
When individuals are being bullied, whether indirectly or directly, the victim of the bullying, is usually spot on correct with their instincts
If you have never been a victim of underhanded, indirect bullying, maybe this might be more difficult to comprehend & empathise with - However, it's unnecessary to suggest this innocent Mum would be labelled weird Forevermore - Much more compassionate open-mindedness is essential, to encourage innocent folks, like this lovely, endearing, obviously very attractive Mum, to open up & seek the support they deserve

Well, I'm glad it's never happened to you but people get the wrong end of the stick all the time!

For example I regularly walk my toy breed dogs and often have to cross the street to avoid others because one of mine is dog aggressive.
I can't tell you how many times this has resulted in eye rolls, tutts, and comments regarding me being a stereotypical hysterical owner all because big dog owners are so caught up in perceived injustices towards their dog they can't understand that my behaviour might have nothing to do with their bully or rottie or alsatian....I just don't want my dog to go for theirs!

That's why I say be sure the insult is def there before you say anything. Especially important if its people you will see regularly.

I'm sure this lovely Mum is right to trust her own intuition & instincts
She's the one living through these other mums regularly mocking her
She should know, what is going on & I think it's quite thoughtless to suggest these mums mockery is unrelated, & this innocent Mum, would be presumed to be narcissistic!
The Mum Whom opened up, was so distressed, she opened up to a bunch of strangers, (which can take immense courage) something is obviously going on at the school gate, towards her & she does not come across narcissistic in any way, shape or form-People should always trust their own instincts

I really wouldn't do this as I feel it would stoke the fire, in the same way that shoving an oxygen canister onto one might.

I wouldn't try to engage with or understand them at all, but dead pan filming of their behaviour might sober them up. If they opted to keep it going then I would simply take my cache of films to the police and argue that they were harassing me.

I agree. They do sound really silly. Or are they drunk. Just ignore.

So, Tweedle dee and Tweedle dum have made an appearance on your school run? Seriously, look up the pictures of dee and dum and then, next time you see them, fix that image in your mind. Think of them as that duo of true idiots and if anything, you'll start laughing.

I agree. They're jealous.

They sound unhinged. A big smile and cheery hello without dropping your stride, would be my advice. Then forget them and carry on as normal.

I’d ask then if they’re high?

Oh OP that sounds horrible.
I hate confrontation and would have ignored too but I would be tempted now to say, "Excuse me?" and if they ask what, ask if they are laughing at you.
If they have a good explanation, apologise and say you wish you were as merry as they; if they are laughing at you, it will (hopefully) stop them as it will shock them that you have challenged or you will at least find out what they find so funny.
Just to add, I felt bullied by a clique of Mum's at my DD Primary school, it undermined my confidence eventually and I couldn't wait for her to leave, now I wish I had addressed.
Good luck whatever you decide and hold your head high x

I’m so sorry this is happening to you too, it’s so weird isn’t it. I just don’t get it at all. Only a few months left and you can escape this psycho. Xxx

I haven't read the whole thread but I really wish the press would pick up on this thread then these stupid bi tches will get to know what others think of them. Assuming they are intelligent enough to read that is!

Yes they sound like jealous scruff bags. How nasty and ugly in character of someone to act like this on adulthood

This really isn’t a police matter.

They sound rough as a badgers ar**. I reckon because you’re small and blonde with red lipstick, one of them will have childishly called you Kylie at some point and now they think it’s hilarious. Ignore them. They’re bullies. They’re probably nowhere near as attractive or slim as you and are jealous. My personal difficulty would be to try not say anything. If it continued I would have to ask them ‘is there a problem?’

I have this at my son's school with one mother. Her child isn't even in my child's class! Like 3 years below! But for some reason she's targeted me. I ignore her. She stares at me, will move closer to me to knock shoulders with me as I'm coming in or out the gate, she's even gone as far as purposely walking out in front of my car when I'm driving to or from the school! I park further away from the school to avoid her walking out in front of my car now. Thank God my son is finishing year 6 in July!