to be irritated when DH comes home after work, full of bonhomie, with hands clasped overhead like the conquering hero,

[MyEye]

just as I've managed to get everyone calmed down and en route to bed -- and then bang, DCs are rushing around screaming like the place is on fire

that's the cue to go out and leave him to struggle getting the kids to bed

you'll actually look back on this all misty-eyed in around 30 years you know...

Is damn annoying at the time but the stuff that family memories are made of

i agree with promdress thank your lucky stars you have such a loving home

at least your one comes home sober!

at least you have a dh!

aw - that's nice actually. Annoyingly nice

I see your point but the kids are pleased to see their dad.

When Dh comes home, he takes over with the kids and I start our dinner. He gets them ready for bed. Spends time with them, etc etc.

Let your Dh sort them.

what is the problem?daddy home and kids happy.sounds nice

many people have a shit partner and dread the key in the door.wondering if it will be a smack or punch awaits them

Retire to a room that they are not in and have a G and T. Relax and let your Dh cope with the chaos he has created.

Give him that, he's obviously missing them desperately during the day, and they're so excited to see him!