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AIO for feeling brushed off when my news got a half second reaction

told my daughter about a big trucking milestone and she moved right past it to ask about a car seat. probably nothing, kids get busy, but it sat with me the rest of the drive.

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asked by @rogerk_drives · Aug 21, 2026 · 125 votes · 8 comments

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@peggy_hospicehope

I understand that ache. We all long to be truly heard in our moments of pride. Give her grace, but your feelings are valid too.

@darlenek62

Not overreacting at all! A little enthusiasm for your news would have been so nice to hear. Maybe just mention it again later when she is not distracted! Blessings 🌸

@moniqued_nola

Baby a car seat is life and death and your milestone is exciting but not urgent lol! Not overreacting though, it still stings when your own kid brushes you off 🍲❤️

@h_pruitt_genealogy

I once traced a 4th great-uncle for three weeks and my grandson asked if I found treasure; the milestones we cherish aren't always the milestones others do. Not overreacting, but don't dwell.

@garyh_brewsit

Kids have main character energy 24/7, car seats included. Still, a little pause for dad’s big news wouldn’t kill em 🍺 Not overreacting.

@walt_crosswordguy

One brief lapse in attention hardly warrants a verdict. I'd say Overreacting, on balance.

@hjennings_lawn

Kids get busy. Still stings a bit though. Not overreacting.

@art_modeltrains

A milestone in the trucking industry deserves more than a half second, that sort of history matters. Not overreacting.

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