17 Accurate expressions of how summer is going so far

We are in full swing of our Summer Vacation! Kids are getting getting creative and busy with all the things I wish they never discovered, mud, makeup, markers, and baby shark. On top of just being there at every turn or bathroom break. As I was scrolling and saw every photo of these parents I thought #same. We will make it out alive, we will.

And I hear that blush on the forehead is going to be the big thing this summer. . #ThisStuffYouCantMakeup 📷: @the.floyds #kidsaretheworst

4,800 Likes, 169 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "And I hear that blush on the forehead is going to be the big thing this summer. ...."

Me looking at people with weekend plans, knowing mine involve recitals, kid parties, and cheap pizza. . #kidsaretheworst

4,447 Likes, 57 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Me looking at people with weekend plans, knowing mine involve recitals, kid parties, and cheap..."

Parents just don't understand. . And just in case someone takes this seriously, her finger hurt. 📷: @alishagregson #oldieandgoodie #kidsaretheworst

6,438 Likes, 345 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Parents just don't understand. . And just in case someone takes this seriously, her finger hurt. 📷:..."

Always check that all markers, paint, food, baking items, craft supplies, lotions, makeup, water, plants and everything is out of child's reach before quiet time. . #PKCsAnyone? 📷: @ihartnursin #kidsaretheworst

5,645 Likes, 189 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Always check that all markers, paint, food, baking items, craft supplies, lotions, makeup, water,..."

Who is currently on a family vacation, just got back, or about to go on one? 🖐 . Bless your hearts. . #kidsaretheworst

10.2k Likes, 331 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Who is currently on a family vacation, just got back, or about to go on one? 🖐 . Bless your hearts...."

Mr. Green: Who would want to kill the cook? Miss Scarlet: Dinner wasn't that bad. #CryingWithoutAClue 📷: @natmads #kidsaretheworst

2,673 Likes, 28 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Mr. Green: Who would want to kill the cook? Miss Scarlet: Dinner wasn't that bad...."

Do you like hearing "no" at increasingly louder and higher pitches? Then ask again. What do your kids ask about incessantly? #kidsaretheworst

3,659 Likes, 286 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Do you like hearing "no" at increasingly louder and higher pitches? Then ask again. What do your..."

Last night I slept in a terminal. For maybe two hours total. I should have been home in my cozy bed with my family, but instead I looked like the daughter of @jenna.tess here. Shout out to all the parents who get delayed flights and bumped to extra cities. Because yikes. #kidsaretheworst

6,775 Likes, 76 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Last night I slept in a terminal. For maybe two hours total. I should have been home in my cozy bed..."

Always right after a shower, clean clothes, and hair done. Always. . #ThereWillBeMud 📷: @soyboy7718 #kidsaretheworst

4,400 Likes, 162 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Always right after a shower, clean clothes, and hair done. Always. . #ThereWillBeMud 📷: @soyboy7718..."

Swipe and tell us which one is most accurate for you. 😂🙈 . Check out our Stories for a blank version and tag us in yours to be featured. #kidsaretheworst

4,610 Likes, 482 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Swipe and tell us which one is most accurate for you. 😂🙈 . Check out our Stories for a blank..."

It's amazing what one child can do in one unattended minute. . #IalwaysWantedALion 📷: @jbnicholss #kidsaretheworst

3,666 Likes, 140 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "It's amazing what one child can do in one unattended minute. . #IalwaysWantedALion 📷: @jbnicholss..."

I love this adorably disgusted face so much, I couldn't stop putting scenarios on top of it. What would you add? #EnoughWithTheBeansMa 😉 📷: @lacysoares #kidsaretheworst

6,572 Likes, 307 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "I love this adorably disgusted face so much, I couldn't stop putting scenarios on top of it. What..."

Anna Macfarlane on Instagram: "You're not ready for this, Taco Bell and the dollar theater! We may even hit Target after. Just for toilet paper and to get cash to pay the..."

5,313 Likes, 219 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "You're not ready for this, Taco Bell and the dollar theater! We may even hit Target after. Just for..."

If they ask me to get Fortnite one more time. Or tell me how all their friends have it... one. more. time. I am a patient woman, but apparently I have my limits. Video game talk is apparently my shut-down button. Are your kids into video games? Are they playing Fortnite? Can you listen to the recaps of YouTubers playing video games? 😴🤯😭 #kidsaretheworst

7,975 Likes, 710 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "If they ask me to get Fortnite one more time. Or tell me how all their friends have it... one...."

As soon as I hear that certain voice tone of "Mooo-o-o-om??" I'm already ready to say, "work it out together." "But did you die?" is a close second. . If you could title your parenting in four words or fewer, what would it be? #kidsaretheworst

9,210 Likes, 516 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "As soon as I hear that certain voice tone of "Mooo-o-o-om??" I'm already ready to say, "work it out..."

This feels particular accurate two days after the time switcharoo known as DST (Derailing Sleepy Time). Or something. Did you and/or your kids transition to the new time yet? #kidsaretheworst #daylightsavings

5,115 Likes, 320 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "This feels particular accurate two days after the time switcharoo known as DST (Derailing Sleepy..."

My Lying Liar Child

We could make these memes all day! Kids come up with the most obvious lies they can come up with it feels like sometimes. Here are a few lies the kids have said!

See also: "I didn't do anything!" and "She's lying!" and "He started it!" Any others? #MyLyingLiarChild #kidsaretheworst

3,176 Likes, 145 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "See also: "I didn't do anything!" and "She's lying!" and "He started it!" Any others?..."

Always on a Monday morning. It's so convenient... for my kid. . #GoToSchool #UnlessYoureActuallySick #OneOutOf20Chance #kidsaretheworst #mylyingliarchild

3,941 Likes, 143 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Always on a Monday morning. It's so convenient... for my kid. . #GoToSchool..."

She says while yawning. . You will go to sleep or I will put you to sleep. (Name that movie!) . #kidsaretheworst #mylyingliarchild

5,970 Likes, 199 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "She says while yawning. . You will go to sleep or I will put you to sleep. (Name that movie!) ...."

Says my child, while on a vacation, whenever we are not actively doing something. Even when we are actively doing something. ⁣ ⁣ And yes, I am one of those mothers who frequently responds with, "Then you must be boring." Or its sister, "Only boring people get bored." ⁣ ⁣ Anyone else have a comeback for the fingers-down-a-chalkboard "I'm bored" moments?⁣ ⁣ #kidsaretheworst #mylyingliarchild

5,188 Likes, 288 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Says my child, while on a vacation, whenever we are not actively doing something. Even when we are..."

You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means. Also, you literally just ate ten minutes ago. #kidsaretheworst #mylyingliarchild

6,413 Likes, 315 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "You keep using that word. I do not think it means what you think it means. Also, you literally..."

Usually said 15 minutes after doing something really fun. One of my sons had his "ditch day" today. He asked if he could play the Nintendo within an hour of getting home. When I said he needed to do some chores first, he was shocked... for about five seconds. 🤔🤣🤣 (more of our ditch day over on @annaistheworst Stories) #kidsaretheworst #mylyingliarchild

8,239 Likes, 327 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Usually said 15 minutes after doing something really fun. One of my sons had his "ditch day"..."

Your teacher says differently. All of my kids are sooo different about homework. Really makes me think nature might be bigger than nurture. But then they all laugh at my husband's fart jokes and I think NURTURE WINS! Nature or nurture? Or 50/50? What say you? #kidsaretheworst #mylyingliarchild

4,954 Likes, 158 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Your teacher says differently. All of my kids are sooo different about homework. Really makes me..."

Really? Ok, let me smell your breath. (And if I'm lucky, they say, "fine!" and go brush. But often I have to smell their stank breath and then say, "nope. Go brush.") Anyone else? 🤚 What does your kid(s) lie about? #mylyingliarchild #kidsaretheworst

8,443 Likes, 492 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Really? Ok, let me smell your breath. (And if I'm lucky, they say, "fine!" and go brush. But often..."

This is also especially a lie when told to my husband. ("But Mom said we could." LIES!) let's just say, if you think I'd say no, I'd probably say no. You know? #mylyingliarchild #kidsaretheworst

2,977 Likes, 58 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "This is also especially a lie when told to my husband. ("But Mom said we could." LIES!) let's just..."

At mealtime: "I'm not hungry." Every other minute of the day: "I'm starving!" Oy! #mylyingliarchild #kidsaretheworst

1,746 Likes, 29 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "At mealtime: "I'm not hungry." Every other minute of the day: "I'm starving!" Oy!..."

Every single person in the seventh grade has a new iPhone? I find that extremely hard to believe. And if it's true, then we should move. That's the only option I see. Wait, is that not what you wanted me to conclude from your absurd comment? Well, shoot. #mylyingliarchild #kidsaretheworst

3,133 Likes, 119 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Every single person in the seventh grade has a new iPhone? I find that extremely hard to believe...."

Did you use soap? #MyLyingLiarChild #kidsaretheworst

2,922 Likes, 159 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Did you use soap? #MyLyingLiarChild #kidsaretheworst"

See also: "I finished my homework" and "I practiced [insert instrument or sport here]." I seriously could make these #mylyingliarchild memes all night. Not that my angel children EVER lie 😳🙄. What are your kids' favorite/most used lies? #kidsaretheworst

3,072 Likes, 161 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "See also: "I finished my homework" and "I practiced [insert instrument or sport here]." I seriously..."

Nine times out of ten I can find "it" in the first place that I look. Tag your kids' frustrating or funny sayings #kidisms and tag @kidsaretheworst IN your photo to be featured. #kidsaretheworst #mylyingliarchild

3,324 Likes, 224 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Nine times out of ten I can find "it" in the first place that I look. Tag your kids' frustrating..."

When getting kids to do chores is the worst

Kids have been trying to get out of doing chores for almost as long as parents have. If you are a parent; you’ve probably tried job charts, incentives, allowance, computer time, threats, and ...consequences.

No matter what we parents try, our kids will always give us a surprised look. They will always try to get out of doing chores. They will always need a few reminders to get back on task. And, we will always find commiserating parents who post exactly what we feel:

We may not get the kids to do their chores, finish their homework, or earn that allowance; but we’ll keep trying. Teaching kids responsibility with chores is important for their future. If all else fails, at least we can try that Dobby sock trick and get some quality alone time.

All the reasons to love Easter

Winter is finally melting away into spring, and that means Easter! Not only will there be Easter egg hunts and Easter Bunny photo ops, but there is sure to be plenty of Easter candy everywhere. Go dig out your baskets, bonnets, spring dresses, and plastic grass; we’re ready to hop into the Easter season!

I mean, just look at this festive sale:

Are they combining April Fools, Easter, and womanhood? I'm so confused. 😂😭 @cynicalparent makes me LOL on the Regular. Maybe even on the Super Plus. Follow @cynicalparent for more eggsitement. #kidsaretheworst

8,705 Likes, 347 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Are they combining April Fools, Easter, and womanhood? I'm so confused. 😂😭 @cynicalparent makes me..."

Speaking of eggs, aren’t your kids anxious to get cracking?

1,623টি লাইক, 148টি মন্তব্য - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) Instagram -এ রয়েছেন: ""I see that she is taking my picture, but maybe she won't notice if I grab this last egg..."..."

They look eggcited to me…

Please swipe for a lovely and creepy treat. Happy Easter, friends. #HideYoEggsHideYoBaskets 📷: @shannonapril7 @the_tjsquared #kidsaretheworst #TheEasterBunnyIsTheWorst #MaybeWorse

3,152 Likes, 108 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Please swipe for a lovely and creepy treat. Happy Easter, friends. #HideYoEggsHideYoBaskets 📷:..."

Like I said, though, the best things at Easter come in wrapped packages. Am I right?

They won't miss a few pieces of candy. #CoachellaWho? #kidsaretheworst

3,316 Likes, 49 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "They won't miss a few pieces of candy. #CoachellaWho? #kidsaretheworst"

Honestly, I’m not picky.

All. Of. It. . Except celery. . #celeryistheworst #kidsaretheworst

10.6k Likes, 652 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "All. Of. It. . Except celery. . #celeryistheworst #kidsaretheworst"

I keep to a strict diet.

See, I eat eggs for breakfast. And peanut butter has protein so it's kinda the same thing... ish. Via the incredible edible @todaysmama #kidsaretheworst

3,820 Likes, 270 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "See, I eat eggs for breakfast. And peanut butter has protein so it's kinda the same thing... ish...."

For the kids.

Must. Stop. Eating. Mini. Eggs. But seriously, I am like a moth to the Cadbury flame. I have this game with myself that I can only eat one at a time and must suck on them long enough to melt the shell. Inevitably I bite into it before the shell melts and then I have to start over again. Repeat 274 times. This gem is from @alyceoneword #kidsaretheworst

6,166 Likes, 423 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "Must. Stop. Eating. Mini. Eggs. But seriously, I am like a moth to the Cadbury flame. I have this..."

No, I don’t have a problem.

MAYBE. Don't tell my kids. They were getting all righteous while I was getting all hyped up on sugar. It's fine. I blame all your glorious comments on the last post talking about how they are the perfect amount of chocolate and peanut butter. And you were all right!! Dang it. #kidsaretheworst @ahhnnab

1,619 Likes, 62 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "MAYBE. Don't tell my kids. They were getting all righteous while I was getting all hyped up on..."

I have a peanut butter friend.

I don't care what size you are, baby. Just as long as there is a good peanut butter to chocolate ratio. Oh yeah!!! Also. My body will love to return to its shape post-Easter. This candy sitch is getting out of hand. #kidsaretheworst

3,533 Likes, 252 Comments - Anna Macfarlane (@kidsaretheworst) on Instagram: "I don't care what size you are, baby. Just as long as there is a good peanut butter to chocolate..."

Until, that is, we finally say, “Goodbye.”

Don’t worry; the only thing better than Easter egg hunts and Cadbury eggs on Easter is after holiday sales. Pick up a few egg-decorating kits and plush bunnies for the kiddos, plus a few cases of chocolate eggs for yourself. It’s worth the egg-stra effort.