Does this happen in other families?

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I've just had enough. I can't stand to be around my own children. I've no patience and I'm a complete monster to them.

I think this happens every time I'm off work on holiday.

When I'm at work I feel like I don't see the kids enough. When I'm at home I can't wait to get back to work!

yeah sometimes I get really stressed by them, and get a bit shouty.
Can you do a plan to get them out and do something with them. Plan stuff a bit better.
Its worse this time of year as we are all round the house, not wanting to go out much, going a bit stir crazy and getting on each others nerves. Doesnt seem as bad in the summer.

It does here! We had a lovely relaxed day on Saturday, played games, built Lego, watched some festive telly....then on Sunday three quarters of us cried and we nearly murdered each other. Getting outside helps!

It happens when trapped indoors for sure, we all get a touch of cabin fever. On Christmas Day we never go outdoors but they get sent upstairs with their toys and they play quite happily up there whilst I’m cooking dinner.

The rest of the holidays I try to get them outdoors as much as possible. Boredom tends to cause the most bad behaviour, that and tiredness.

I don't think that is normal - I think if I was feeling like that I would consider changing the way we spent our time together, lower your expectations ...do more unstructured outdoor stuff or maybe doing less activities, I'd keep trying different combos because your current situation is not good for you or the kids.

Oh yes. The thought of my children was always better than the reality...and still is even though they’re grown! Muddled through somehow. We all still love each other. Just find ways to handle your frustration better.