So, people are only allowed to post if their problems are of a global magnitude, FFS!
Well not really. But if it's worrying you what you're going to wear on xmas day then you have to admit it's miniscule low level stress. Not really the mumsnet ethos I wouldn't think - we're here to share real problems and all. But hey, what do I know?
Not being able to purchase a preferred xmas jumper is something I can easily take in my stride. I can't imagine being that bothered that I'd post about it on Mumsnet.
It's just background buzz though isn't it? People with real insoluble problems tend not to post, and they should because they might find at least some empathy - and at best some good advice which might lead to them getting some help.
Whereas, people who have some petty, trivial and inconsequential 'problems' (just normal commonplace annoyances to most) feel moved enough to seek support on Mumsnet.
I'm cracking on in years, but I do have daughters less than half my age, none of whom seem to be that inflexible and parentally useless that they cannot manage the odd disappointment to their children by making it a positive.
I think this not having matching jumpers thing could have been managed a lot better. I mean, it's really not that important. Is it?