“All of my friends who have kids are in hell,” she said. “I don’t know anyone who’s happy and has children at this age... anyone who has light in their eyes.”
Creator Vanessa McNeal shared a video of a conversation between a mother and her young son that, frankly, deserves its own Oscar for emotional gut-punch.
Michelle Nunez, a mother from southern Texas, shared the clip on TikTok, showcasing her 3-year-old son’s loving act towards their 13-year-old Maltese mix, Rambo.
The moment was short and simple. But when Ruthie posted the clip to TikTok with the caption “You’d think it’s been years! They’re so cute. 🥹🫶🏼”, it struck a collective nerve.
“This is the first step towards the use of gene editing therapies to treat a wide variety of rare genetic disorders for which there are currently no definitive medical treatments.”
As the cost of child care now averages over $11,000 per year per child—double that in some cities—most American households can’t survive on a single income.
What makes this moment even more heartwarming isn't just the pint-sized performer's gusto—it's the thunderous support from her schoolmates, parents, and teachers.
The real issue isn’t Disney. It’s the bigger cultural myth: that good parenting means making every moment magical. And “magic,” these days, is looking increasingly expensive.