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Don't Get Fat Kids: 100 Quips About Life From a Middle-Aged Husband and Father

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Being a middle-aged husband and father is a lot of fun. It's also a lot of work. And it's definitely not always easy. But it's also full of unexpected moments of joy and laughter.

I've been writing down some of my favorite quips about life as a middle-aged husband and father for a few years now. I thought I'd share them with you today in the hope that they'll make you laugh, think, and maybe even feel a little bit better about your own life.

Don't Get Fat, Kids! 100 quips about life from a middle-aged husband and father

by Alice Judge-Talbot

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On Marriage

Marriage is like a good pair of shoes. It's comfortable, it fits well, and it goes with everything.
Marriage is like a roller coaster. There are ups and downs, but it's always a lot of fun.
Marriage is like a garden. It takes work to keep it healthy, but it's so worth it.
Marriage is like a jigsaw puzzle. It's a lot of work to put together, but once it's done, it's a beautiful work of art.
Marriage is like a game of chess. You have to think ahead, make sacrifices, and sometimes take risks.

On Parenting

Kids are like wet cement. Whatever you pour on them, they harden into.
Kids are like sponges. They absorb everything, good and bad.
Kids are like boomerangs. They always come back to you, no matter how far you throw them.
Kids are like Velcro. They stick to you, and it's hard to get them off.
Kids are like puppies. They're cute and cuddly, but they can also be a lot of work.

On Life

Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you're going to get.
Life is like a roller coaster. There are ups and downs, but it's always a lot of fun.
Life is like a game of Monopoly. You have to be careful with your money, and you have to be lucky to win.
Life is like a jigsaw puzzle. It's a lot of work to put together, but once it's done, it's a beautiful work of art.
Life is like a game of chess. You have to think ahead, make sacrifices, and sometimes take risks.

I hope you've enjoyed these quips about life as a middle-aged husband and father. I'm sure you'll agree that they're funny, relatable, and full of wisdom.

If you're looking for a good read, I encourage you to check out my book, Don't Get Fat Kids. It's a collection of 100 of my favorite quips about life, along with some bonus material. I think you'll find it to be a fun and thought-provoking read.

Thanks for reading!

Sincerely,

The Middle-Aged Husband and Father

Don't Get Fat, Kids! 100 quips about life from a middle-aged husband and father

by Alice Judge-Talbot

4.3 out of 5