It’s the Thought That Counts
While divorce is serious, humor can sometimes be a coping mechanism. In this case, a mother attempted a lighthearted joke that took an unintended turn, resulting in an awkward and cringe-inducing moment for her child. The text went from playful banter to a topic that would haunt the child for days.
After all, no one, regardless of their age, wants to hear about their parents’ intimate lives. Furthermore, receiving a Swiffer as an anniversary gift is humorously inappropriate and bewildering.