Parents: These Are Heroic Traits You Have (According to Your Kids)

Ever feel down, like you can’t get it together? Here’s a secret: you’re probably a hero in your kids’ eyes. 🌐 #News #EdinaMN #Minnesota #UpliftingNews

EDINA, MN — Parenting can feel like a marathon with no finish line, but in Edina, Minnesota, kids see their moms and dads as superheroes, no cape required. Jenni Bjorklund, a Sunday school teacher who’s a pro at getting kids to open up, asked her class, “What makes your mom or dad awesome?” Five kids—Moriah, Mason, Jake, Emma, and Liam—spilled their hearts about their own parents, and their answers are a reminder that you’re probably nailing it more than you think.

Moriah, Age 5: Mom’s Hug Hammer

Moriah, five, doesn’t play when it comes to her mom. “Mom’s hugs smash my bad dreams,” she says, swinging her arms like she’s fighting off goblins. Those nighttime cuddles? They’re her mom’s secret weapon, making Moriah feel invincible.

Mason, Age 4: Dad’s Waffle Wizardry

Four-year-old Mason’s eyes light up for his dad. “Dad makes waffles with smiley faces, even if they’re crunchy,” he giggles, crumbs probably still on his shirt. Burnt or not, Dad’s breakfast game turns Mason’s mornings into a superhero feast.

Jake, Age 7: Mom’s Spelling Sidekick

Jake, seven, thinks his mom’s a brainy badass. “Mom helps me spell big words like ‘because’ without laughing,” he says, proud as hell. Her patience while he fumbles through homework feels like a cape swooping in to save the day.

Emma, Age 9: Dad’s Joke Jetpack

Emma, nine, can’t stop laughing about her dad. “Dad tells dumb jokes in the car, and I forget I’m mad,” she says, rolling her eyes but smiling. His corny puns during school drop-offs? Total hero moves that lift her mood sky-high.

Liam, Age 6: Mom’s Cookie Cape

Six-year-old Liam’s all about his mom’s baking. “Mom makes cookies that taste like clouds,” he whispers, like it’s a secret mission. Her kitchen magic—chocolate chips and all—turns rainy afternoons into Liam’s own superhero HQ.

You’re Already Their Hero

In Edina, kids like Moriah, Mason, Jake, Emma, and Liam don’t need big gestures to see their parents as epic. It’s the hugs, the sandwiches, the Lego wins, the listening, the bee-chasing—stuff you do every day. So, Minnesota parents, when you’re feeling beat, remember: your kids see you flying high. Keep being their hero. Keep rocking it!

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