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Is this life?

7 replies

fussyfig · 03/03/2023 18:43

On my arse today. Life basically consists of being screamed at all day by my baby. Running around after older dc who are lovely but don't give a shit about me and just look at their phones. Work in a job where I'm undervalued and overlooked. Bicker with dh daily about mundane shit because we are both knackered and at capacity with life's demands. I have no help. My mum is an alcoholic so that's like having another child to worry about in many ways. My lovely supportive dad is dead. My house is never clean and tidy because there aren't enough hours. We are always cold despite being skint because all of our money goes on bills.

I have a lot to be grateful for in life but today I'm just thinking is this it? Really? Where is the time for enjoyment and experiences? There's no time or money or even any inclination by the time I've finished doing everything. It's really shit. Anyone else?

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CBAironing · 03/03/2023 18:45

🍷the hamster wheel of life. And then you die. No advice just empathy.

QuillBill · 03/03/2023 18:54

I'd call a family meeting tomorrow and tell everyone to pull their weight and that you don't want to feel like you are at the bottom of the pile all of the time.

Starseeed · 03/03/2023 19:14

No, there’s much more fun and freedom out there. Make your feelings the number one important thing and start making decisions aligned with them - seriously best thing ever.

hoorayhooray · 03/03/2023 19:21

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Someo · 03/03/2023 19:23

Sounds about right tbh.

monicagellerbing · 03/03/2023 19:34

Yep. Groundhog Day. Same shit different day. Working to just survive no money for 'fun' certainly no money for a holiday not even a UK one, kids who don't listen and make constant messes, I love my job but the pay is mediocre, dad is dying of cancer and is withering away in front of my eyes. Husband is ok but we argue a lot and don't have any romance or affection anymore. I long for bedtime so I can be alone and relax and sleep.

Writeandroll · 03/03/2023 19:41

No OP this isn’t it.

How much of a team are you and DP? You need to get your evenings and weekends nailed down so that once kids are sorted you’re doing something for you.

When was the last time you had a day off or free time (that doesn’t mean cleaning and tidying!).

Life is tough with small kids, but team work and taking little bits of time off help it I find.

Plus, everything will seem better in the summer - little picnics and days in the park and garden are free.

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