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‘Adult’ stuff you just can’t do

189 replies

EmilyDeservedBetter · 07/07/2019 21:57

I’ve managed to reach the grand old age of 30 and still, no matter how much I try I cannot:

  • keep white towels white! All my other white linen and clothes etc. stay white but the towels also seem to look so scruffy after a few washes. Therefore we are only allowed dark towels in this house.
  • sew. I’ve tried and tried. Had dm sit me down to show me, followed YouTube videos, tried online reading. Nope - if I had to save my own life attaching a button to a piece of clothing I would be done for.
  • command with my voice. Growing up dm used to be able to stop me in my tracks with a firm ‘no’ this is not a talent she has passed on. I can’t even get the bloody in laws dog to leave a room so no chance with my DC when they grow up Confused

What ‘adult’ things can you just not do?

OP posts:
GinLimeandLemonade · 07/07/2019 22:14

Put my bra on the proper way. Still have to fasten it backwards round my waist and spin it.

BernadetteRostankowskiWolowitz · 07/07/2019 22:14

I was crap at cling film then I splurged on one of these. I have to fork out for the pricier rolls that fit it too unfortunately, but at least I haven't killed anyone in a cold blooded cling film rage.

‘Adult’ stuff you just can’t do
Original poster
EmilyDeservedBetter · 07/07/2019 22:15

@GinLimeandLemonade is there another way to put your bra on?!

OP posts:
TheJoxter · 07/07/2019 22:15

Make phone calls (obviously will if important but hate it)
Social chit chat
Drive
Dress like a ‘grown up’
Be organised

Zoflorabore · 07/07/2019 22:15

I can't sew/knit etc
I can't change a plug
I can't play rock, paper, scissors Grin

Original poster
EmilyDeservedBetter · 07/07/2019 22:17

Social chit chat is one of those things that no one thinks they can do but actually you’re alright at it to the outside world.

@Zoflorabore erm.... the rock, paper, scissors one is confusing. What do you struggle with?

OP posts:
terriblyangryattimes · 07/07/2019 22:17

Drink coffee
Successfully meal plan
Buy the correct bin bags
Keep house/bill paperwork tidy
Open anything that looks like its come in the post from a bank or official

PepsiLola · 07/07/2019 22:18

Yes @gamerchick ! I cannot stand tea or coffee and have never understood why people would want a hot drink instead of a cold refreshing drink.

I work in offices, so when I go to clients and refuse tea or coffee I am always having to explain myself it's annoying

elaine26 · 07/07/2019 22:19

I can't open the child-proof lids on medicine bottles and I struggle with normal jars and bottles

dudsville · 07/07/2019 22:20

Re the fitted sheet, I feel like I'm in a comedy TV show every time. I stand there with the thing. Have a go at meeting two points together, as if I'm seriously going to do it, then just roll it up and pop it in the cupboard.

LemonMousse · 07/07/2019 22:20

Swim properly.

I mean, I can do a sort of breaststrokey/doggy paddle thing with my chin firmly in the air, but none of that put your face in the water stuff.

My kids tried to get me to dive down on holiday wearing goggles and I just can't sink - weird! My bum hovers permanently above the water!

NeverSayFreelance · 07/07/2019 22:20

Can't sew (can cross stitch, but that doesn't mend my clothes) can't change a tyre, struggle with child lock caps, don't have a clue how to keep my plants alive...

JWrecks · 07/07/2019 22:20

@TheJoxter YYY the phone calls! I don't know what it is, but I get nervous even thinking about any kind of "official" phone call. DH has to handle any banking or insurance or whatever.

Also never been able to properly seal cling film. It either bunches up or won't stick or tears or all of the above.

notso · 07/07/2019 22:21

Agree with sewing. I have a Beaver, Cub and a Scout, every time I attempt to sew a badge on it is either terribly wonky, falling off straight away or worse correctly positioned but I've managed to sew through the back of the shirt so have to unpick it.

I can't cook freezer food without burning it. I can cook most things from scratch really well but give me a frozen pizza and I just cremate it.

Can't batch cook. I use two or three times the ingredients but usually end up with a regular portion and a bit left over that I end up eating for lunch. Where does the extra go?

gamerchick · 07/07/2019 22:21

I work in offices, so when I go to clients and refuse tea or coffee I am always having to explain myself it's annoying

Heh yes and usually look all peplexed like you've broken the rules and are not sure what to do next Grin much rather have a cold drink definitely.

NeverSayFreelance · 07/07/2019 22:22

I also hate tea and coffee. It's not actually the taste it's the fact it's hot. I hate hot drinks. It's the sensation. Idk it's hard to explain but 🤢 no thanks

Also hate phone calls. I make them but I'm a big shaky mess when I hang up.

RiftGibbon · 07/07/2019 22:22

Can't swim or fold a fitted sheet either. Not good in keeping paperwork organised either.

Maniak · 07/07/2019 22:23

This thread is such a relief. Thank you. I thought it was just me.
Keep paperwork in order.
Get back to people without getting flustered.
Keep a level voice throughout the day. That's a big one for me. Every morning I resolve to stay calm but I fail every day.
Make the house look nice by arranging objects (?)
Keep carpets clean.

AnotherEmma · 07/07/2019 22:23

Cook Blush
I can follow a simple recipe but I don't cook properly. DH does all the cooking. If we split or he dies I'll be like one of those widowers who can't feed themselves after their wife dies Confused

sewinginscotland · 07/07/2019 22:24

I am pretty good at adulting, but I still can't tell left from right. I also need my husband to take keys on or off a keyring. I need to use my knuckles to remember how many days are in each month, I can't remember the rhyme for the life of me.

I worked in a deli for a year, that definitely upped my cling film game! I suppose it's practise, practise, practise! If you don't want to go down that route, get some of the beeswax wraps, they're great... I always have to open cling film in this house, my husband makes it look like a bear's been at it.

I am also pretty good at sewing :).

@Mrsjayy Get a steam mop! They're amazing, quick and easy with no more puddles.

JWrecks · 07/07/2019 22:24

@dudsville Honestly! I've watched loads of youtube videos, followed how-tos, taken advice, tried dozens of "hacks" and techniques, enlisted an extra pair of hands... Pah! Always looks like I've just wadded it up anyway.

Work of the devil those bottom sheets.

itsallafiddle · 07/07/2019 22:24

GinLimeandLemonade what proper way? I thought everyone did it backwards!

TheRLodger · 07/07/2019 22:26

Can’t change the bed
Haven’t got the biggest meal repertoire in the world
Wrap the wire around Henry type hoovers
Lots more I’m sure

Badcat666 · 07/07/2019 22:26

Can't tell left to right most of the time (hence why I don't drive), can't eat pudding with a big "grown up" spoon (only a teaspoon), Can't fold duvets or sheets if the fate of the world depended on it.

I can crochet (self taught as an adult), teaching myself to knit but can't hem another for shit. Buttons are ok but hemming things I can't get. People have tried to teach me for donkeys years but I have brain farts when I try it (and as a shorty it would be really helpful!)

StealthPolarBear · 07/07/2019 22:26

*Mrsjayy

I learned how to cling film recently stretch over your "thing" and cut with scissors changed my life*
You big weirdo leave your thing alone

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