to be relieved that the school summer holidays are nearly over?

[NotEnoughTime]

I have really enjoyed them (mostly) but I feel exhausted and skint and fed up (with myself not the DC).

I work part time (so the DC were in childcare on those days) but the days I have been with the DC have been really full on and I don't feel like I have pleased either of them some days (big age gap between the two).

I had lots of plans but some most haven't come to fruition which I feel guilty about and now we are running out of time

I always imagine everyone else frolicking their way through the six weeks

At the beginning of the summer I vow to be like Mary Poppins but end up more like Cruella Deville.

I don't think many of us frolic through the summer holidays. We've done camping a few times but other than that the DCs have been hanging out with their mates as we don't have the cash for trips to theme parks etc. They've had a good time though.
Don't be hard on yourself, it doesn't have to be one long summer of fun.

All the children round here seem to spend their days in the garden screaming their heads off so I wouldn't beat yourself up about what you've achieved!
And I'm extremely delighted that the holidays are nearly over - looking forward to being able to hear the birds instead of shouty children.

Yanbu. I've almost bankrupted myself keeping the dc's amused and out of the house.

Because I work pt I don't get a moment to myself during school holidays. My house, admin and body is going to rack and ruin.

God yes. I miss the routine and structure that school life brings. Its way too long imo. I don't know why they have to have so long off!

What's worse is that mine (10 & 8) are going to bed after 10 o'clock. I'm too tired to deal with the fighting and screaming if I make them settle down any earlier.

I have teenagers - the lack of routine has been marvellous - less grumpiness!

DD16 has been on NCS for the first 4 weeks, then results day - so her "holiday" has only just started really. She likes to walk the dog.

DD15 is laid back, easy going and helpful round the house -

so I get home from work and there is nothing left to do!

Bliss, bring on half term!

Personally I'm dreadful no them being over but only because DS is a much happier, more relaxed and pleasant person. He hates school, struggles hugely and if I'm honest the worry of it all just causes so much stress.

I'm so relieved! DS2 has been off some mid July when GCSEs finished and DS1 since end of June. I'm so pissed odd with them both lounging in bed all day while I'm at work, then going out late and waking me up when they come in. Also, there's the mess and the food consumption! Can't wait til they're back at college.

I work part time too, but we've had a brilliant summer this year only because I've planned a big day out every week so it's something for them to look forward to and incentive to behave. I won't miss the constant nitpicking of what they want to eat at lunch, petty arguing and no routine though! We've also spent a lot of money these holidays...just one more day out planned this week and then that's it. I'll be glad they're all going back.

Sorry predictive text!! "dreading them being over"

We've had a lovely break and Ds(6) has enjoyed himself and thoroughly de-schooled which is great to see.

I work part time so I thought on my off days I would do loads of trips, loads of play dates and fill the time with fun stuff. We did a bit. But the weather was often not right on my days off and friends were always busy or I couldn't be bothered to even organise anything....and now the time is nearly over.

Ds really needs the structure and stimulation of school and is starting to get ratty at home so I'm glad it's nearly time to go back. Could do with more autumnal weather though as if it's this hot next week - the ratings will ramp up to a whole new level!!

I'm gutted because I love the holidays and they always seem to fly by. Financially though it will be a huge relief!

Yep glad it's nearly over. Enjoyed most of it but it's 2 weeks too long imo. The last week my dds turn into feral animals

I've had 9 weeks of it (moved country, schools etc) and I'm tired out and kind of happy for school to start but I will miss everyone being home.
What I'm really looking forward to is getting the house clean and tidy and sorting all the wardrobes out, I'm not so much looking forward to starting the painting and decorating!

because DS is a much happier, more relaxed and pleasant person. He hates school, struggles hugely and if I'm honest the worry of it all just causes so much stress.

^^ This, with bells on.

halfsack

I don't know why they have to have so long off!

Because teachers need a good break from them.

I work part time so ds (6) has been with others for part of the holidays. I'll be glad to get back to some normality because, quite frankly, I'm exhaused! No free time at all, for nearly 7 weeks is now taking its toll!

YADNBU. I've really loved having them home, I truly enjoy just being with them, but I'm equally ready for a bit of 'normality' to return. I love routine, I like having time in the day to do things without 'help' whilst they're at school. It's my last year before my youngest (and most likely last) baby goes to school so I want to get on with enjoying my time with her!

YANBU! All 3 of mine are autistic, so am I, and the lack of routine in the holidays didn't do any of us any good! Now they're back (Scotland) it's a much happier household!

I was dreading the holidays but we've done okay. Now I'm a bit sad it's nearly over because my little boy starts school next week and I'm quite nervous!
Hopefully he will settle down quickly and we can get into the routine of it all.

halfsack

I don't know why they have to have so long off!

Because they are children. Their right to an education doesn't mean being in school nearly all year long. They deserve downtime too.

I'm so glad others feel this way too.

I was dreading posters coming on here to say "YABU-you should enjoy every precious second with your DC".

I think the summer holidays are too long too (I would much rather the half terms were two weeks instead of one) My DC are probably sick of the sight of me at this stage!

I'm just a bit gutted that I'm not the Mum I thought I would be. I know lots of people enjoy crafting, baking etc with their DC and I do too but not on a weekly basis and I feel depressed at all the extra mess and washing up when I can barely keep on top of things as it is I know I must sound a right misery guts and I do apologise. I just wish I could be a bit more Butlins Red Coat but I have run out of steam.

I'm shattered. Mine have been off since the end of May/mid-June...

I bloody love the summer holidays. Always feel a bit wistful as they end because that's another one of their summers over with. I remember the feeling of being off school, not worrying and enjoying the (back then, 7 week long) summer hols.

To be fair, I am a teacher, so it's my break too. And therefore I have no childcare issues either - apart from training days.

But most of all, I love being off with them. The lack of routine. Doing fun things. Doing nothing. It's all lovely.

I will be sad to go back, but it will be a relief to not have so much time available to spend money in, and the routine of packed lunches etc is good for my diet.

I really enjoy them but more about the not having to get us up and out in the mornings. And I can indulge my inner lazy bugger with little guilt.

I only have one child though - remembering my own childhood and siblings, I can imagine that with multiple DC, the bickering would definitely start to get to you!