The Unintended Obsession: A Mother's Puppet Problem
hey guys so something has popped into my life over the past year literally oh wait this is the bad side for those of you so I get that these could be a much needed sensory tool but party favors look it's a keychain how original did they really need to make a Transformer popet it's gone way too commercial and am I the only mom that constantly puts these away only to find rainbows and butterflies what popping up everywhere in the house okay who left their llama on the staircase I really tried hard to understand the appeal 40 what's the Fascination but the more questions I asked Tess why do you like puppets they're satisfying the more confused I got in what kind of way in a satisfying way oh so I thought maybe like meditation I just need to keep trying until I get it it didn't happen but an idea did pop into my head new strategy mom we're so hungry oh okay dinner is start yep I had to prove just how ridiculous this has gotten and it wasn't hard mom you're not getting any work done I know but I am really focused I have to say I kind of had fun with it okay guys Daddy's going to put you to bed tonight because Mommy is heading to girls night out no fair you have a poppet purse I have to admit this is kind of cute mom yeah I'm doing a video on puppets what's a puppet don't worry about it I'll call you back bye anyway I was obsessed who needs a pencil you guys want to play a game no no I even got Ross involved all right L you got to make a choice why are they saying sh it's either me or the puppets well then I'm choosing the puppets over our marriage maybe that was a little harsh you're breaking my heart but highly effective oh no not another one and as a final touch got myself the puppet EXL you see this you guys I think Mom has a puppet problem I think we need to get rid of all of them oh no oh yes come on guys put it in even Godzilla and King Kong do it for Mom and that is how I got rid of Puppets in the house although I did keep this little PE thing that came as an add-on and wow it is really satisfying
The Rise of the Puppet Fad
I'll be honest, I was initially drawn to puppets because they seemed like a harmless party favor. But as time went on, I found myself becoming increasingly obsessed with them. It started with just one or two, but soon my entire house was filled with them. I couldn't understand why, but the more questions I asked my daughter about her fascination with puppets, the more confused I became. Was it really a sensory tool? Was it something to do with meditation? The more I tried to figure out the appeal of puppets, the more perplexed I became.
The Turning Point
But then an idea struck me. I realized that maybe, just maybe, I could use my newfound obsession as a way to connect with my daughter on a deeper level. So, I decided to take a new approach. Instead of trying to understand why she liked puppets so much, I would simply indulge her fascination and see where it took us. And what did we get? A whole lot of fun! We played games, had puppet shows, and even created our own little puppet theater in the living room.
The Puppet Problem
But as time went on, my obsession with puppets began to take a toll on my relationships with my family members. My daughter would often demand that I spend all my time with her, surrounded by puppets, while I was trying to work or attend to other responsibilities. And I have to admit, it wasn't easy. There were times when I felt like I was losing myself in the process of being a "puppet mom." But despite the challenges, I couldn't help but feel a sense of joy and satisfaction whenever I was surrounded by my beloved puppets.
The Solution
So, how did I finally get rid of my puppet problem? Well, it wasn't easy. In fact, it required a bit of creative thinking on my part. I realized that I didn't need all the puppets to be happy. In fact, having just a few special ones could bring me just as much joy. So, I decided to get rid of most of them and keep only a select few. And you know what? It worked! I was able to find a healthy balance between my love for puppets and my responsibilities as a mother.
The Aftermath
Looking back on the experience, I have to say that it was both liberating and humbling. It taught me that sometimes, we need to let go of things that are holding us back in order to move forward. And it also reminded me of the importance of finding joy and satisfaction in the simple things in life. So, if you're struggling with an obsession like I did, don't be afraid to take a step back and reevaluate your priorities. You never know what amazing experiences and connections you might discover along the way.