by Carolyn Robertson posted in Parenting

We recently returned from a family vacation, a trip overseas to visit family that we've been planning for years. Everything went remarkably well: sunburns were kept to a minimum and no children were forgotten at the airport. Gold star for us!
Of course, we were back for all of three days before my daughter mentioned mournfully that her friend's family went to the water slides while we were away. I never get to go to the water slides. Rather than point out the fact that we just took her to the freaking EIFFEL TOWER, I went downstairs to bury myself in the mountain of holiday laundry that is still waiting to be washed.
As wonderful as family vacations are, there are certain truths about traveling with your kids that cannot be denied. Here are 10 of the biggest ones, courtesy of some of my favorite funny parents on Twitter. 1. Your kids' sleep routines will be out the window

Right now, my baby is sleeping in the bathtub.
Don't judge. When you take your kids on vacation, you're forced to improvise!
? Dad and Buried (@DadandBuried) April 10, 2017

2. You'll realize that some things never change

Being on vacation with my family is just like being at home except I get to do dishes & laundry with an ocean view.
? Sarcastic Mommy (@sarcasticmommy4) June 12, 2017

3. Your picky eater will still be a picky eater

Me: I made a reservation at a Mexican restaurant while we're on vacation.

Kids: Ugh. We don't like Mexican food.

Me: WE ARE...