These Tweets Reflect the Complex Feelings Parents Have About Easter Candy

First off, let’s acknowledge that our children are incredibly spoiled. Christmas is barely behind us when the sugary wave of Valentine’s Day hits. Then, if you’re a “good” parent, there’s the leprechaun visit in March, leaving tiny piles of treats. Apparently, my kids have concluded I’m not loving enough since they head off to school on St. Patrick’s Day with droopy shoulders, sadly missing their leprechaun loot. Honestly, how many holidays do we need?

And then, just around the corner, comes Easter. Talk about a challenge! Not only do we have to shower our little monsters with more sugar, but we also have to pretend that a gigantic bunny broke into our homes to do it. A giant Easter chicken would make more sense since chickens actually lay eggs—still bizarre, but at least somewhat logical.

Yet, we go along with it. We indulge in extravagant Christmases and Valentine’s Day gifts, and even the leprechaun visits for those who strive for “Mom of the Year.” The real motivation? We get to swipe the good candy (like Reese’s eggs) and toss out the gross stuff from Great-Aunt Martha (looking at you, blue Peeps) once the kids are fast asleep.

Sure, we do it because we love them, but let’s be real: it’s mostly for the candy.

Here are some amusing tweets from fellow parents who are equally exasperated with Easter but still enjoy the occasional late-night jellybean binge:

When you reflect on your proudest mom moments…
Can you really blame her? Your lunch was not much better!
And then there are the inevitable messes.
Spoiler alert: It’s probably not chocolate.
This kid knows the game all too well.
Is it a crime scene, or did they just give themselves six new cavities? (Honestly, the first option sounds better.)
Go find more eggs, sweetheart! Mommy just needs to grab something from the pantry!
Savage.
Don’t question our parenting skills.
When you suspect your kids might have gone too far…
Agreed. This isn’t a two-sided argument.
In bulk.
Hmm. Not so sure.
A mother’s love truly knows no bounds.
Ah yes, the adults at the egg hunt. More exciting than Game of Thrones.
Enjoy, kiddos! Mommy loves you!

So, here’s to the peculiar bunny-candy-delivery day! May your homes burst with laughter, Starburst jellybeans, and an abundance of chocolate bunnies (but zero Peeps). I hope your day turns out just as you envisioned. My kids will likely battle for the last egg in the yard and feast on sugar until they can’t anymore, just like it’s meant to be. I wouldn’t have it any other way.

This article was originally published on April 17, 2019.

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In summary, navigating the chaos of Easter candy is a shared struggle among parents. While the holidays often feel overwhelming, the joy and laughter shared with our children make it all worthwhile, even if it means a few late-night candy raids.