I need a release form to pass out to my friends when I visit their homes assuring me they will still be my friend after a play date with my children.
I’m talking about standard legal language like: crayon wall art in your living room, vandalized memorabilia, sudden onset of contagious illness, or spontaneous vomiting on your expensive designer rug.
I used to be easy company. One day I will be again. But until these little stinkers get control of their bodily functions and master some executive function, I need a contract to assure future friendships.
Thank you so much for inviting me over, this is just your standard playdate release form. I’m going to need you to sign on the dotted line before I enter your home. You know… so we can stay friends.
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STANDARD PLAYDATE RELEASE FORM
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
I, ________________, hereby agree to still be your friend following a visit to my home with your children.
I, ________________, recognize there are certain inherent risks associated with having you and your children in my home.
Any unofficial “art” done to any surface in my home, any misguided vandalism, or inadvertent looting of valuables will be forgiven.
I, ________________, will not hold you accountable to any sudden onset of contagious illness or spontaneous vomiting that may or may not occur by your children in the presence of my family.
This agreement and each of its terms is the product of the bond of friendship…and motherhood.
I, ________________, promise to remain your friend long after you and you children cram yourselves back into your minivan and leave the premises.
Sign Here __________________________________
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Steph
Ok. This is hilarious. I can say that now that my girls are 17 and 19. Ella, my youngest, made pencil designs on our walls and also painted on walls of her friends homes. For years I kept it even though we repainted and such. Same with her friends. The parents loved it. When I finally repainted and covered her drawing (one year ago) I asked her to do some art (she is a great artist) in its place in any medium she wanted. She didn’t want “to paint on the walls” even though I said it was ok. It wasn’t within her limitless creative mind anymore. Or maybe a stupid rule I made. Let your kids paint/draw on the walls within reason. It’s a good thing.
Double Down Mom
I love everything about this! Such a great story. Thanks Steph!