In a recent episode of her show, talk show host and mother of three, Sarah Collins, expressed her frustrations about the challenges of parenting during quarantine. With her kids—daughter Mia, 18, and sons Ethan, 22, and Jack, 17—sheltering at home in New York, life has become an emotional rollercoaster. Speaking candidly with her co-host, Alex Turner, Sarah shared a heartfelt moment, admitting, “I’m currently not on speaking terms with two of my three kids. It’s just one of those things, right?”
As emotional as it is, Sarah misses the simple joys of life, like hugging her parents. “I can’t even hug my parents. I really want to hug them,” she said, her voice cracking with emotion. “And yet my kids are hesitant to hug me. I’m like, ‘Come on, we’ve been in lockdown together. We’re safe!’” After her heartfelt confession, Sarah brought some humor into the conversation, jokingly speculating about her tears, saying, “Maybe it’s just that time of the month? Sorry, did I just say that out loud?”
Reflections on the Pandemic’s Impact
During the episode, she also reflected on how the pandemic has altered their lives, particularly lamenting that her son Michael won’t be able to attend his graduation ceremony and her father’s postponed knee surgery. “I feel terrible for Michael, who was so excited about graduating soon. And my dad was really looking forward to it too,” she shared, acknowledging the bittersweet nature of their situation.
While she recognized these are “small problems” compared to what many families are enduring, it’s natural to feel a sense of loss for the moments they were looking forward to. “It’s just part of the process, you know?” she added. Interestingly, she noted that Michael, her son, seems quite unfazed by the changes.
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Conclusion
In summary, Sarah Collins opened up about her struggles with her teenage kids during quarantine, revealing the emotional toll of missing family connections. While she faced challenges, she also managed to find humor in the situation, reminding us all to cherish the moments, even the tough ones.
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