During this time of the year, the holiday season is on the horizon. However, along with it comes a dreaded query - "Mom, is Santa real?" It's a challenging question to answer. One mom on TikTok, @domesticblisters (KC Davis), might have discovered the ideal response.

Finding the Perfect Balance in Answering Kids' Questions

Section 1: The Dilemma Faced by Parents

Parents often find themselves in a predicament when their kids ask direct questions like whether Santa or the tooth fairy is real. On one hand, they don't want to crush their children's dreams, but on the other, they need to be honest. As Davis said, "I'm pretty big about answering questions honestly, especially direct questions that my kids ask me, but I also don't want to spoil magic things for them if they're not ready to move on."This situation is familiar to most parents, and it requires a delicate balance.

Section 2: KC Davis' Clever Response

Davis faced this dilemma when her four-year-old asked if the tooth fairy was real. Instead of giving a straightforward answer, she asked a question back. She said, "Do you want the magic answer or the grownup answer?" Her child chose the magic answer, and she replied, "Yes! The tooth fairy is real." It shows that kids are often more intelligent than we give them credit for. If they ask, they might already have an idea.This simple approach allows kids to hold on to a bit of childhood joy for a little longer.

Section 3: Parents' Reactions and Shared Experiences

Parents in the comments loved Davis' take. One user shared their experience of doing the same for Santa. Their 8-year-old asked for the adult answer, and they broke the news. But the child looked at them dead in the eyes and said, "We're still going to pretend." Then, they pretended it never happened. Another user said, "My mom said 'I'm the tooth fairy' and I thought she was THE tooth fairy. It was both the magical and grown-up answer."These stories show that there is no harm in keeping a little magic around. If kids want to believe, they will.

A single mom from Cleveland has sparked a significant conversation on social media with her unique living setup. Kelsey Will, 32, shared how she lives in a duplex with a single dad named Tom and their respective children. This arrangement, which she describes as "the greatest life hack ever," has drawn the attention of many.

A Tale of Unconventional Friendship in a Duplex

Initial Meeting and House Choice

Kelsey Will, a mom with a 4-year-old daughter, came across the downstairs unit of the duplex online and was immediately drawn to it. The realtor informed her that there was a single dad living upstairs with two kids and that he was quite reserved and worked a lot. At first, she knew very little about Tom.However, despite their initial strangeness, a bond quickly formed between them based on mutual support. As Will shared, "If one of us needs something, the other person's right there. If my [stuff] breaks, I can use his. If he needs milk or eggs…I got him."

The Friendship Beyond Boundaries

Their friendship is characterized by a lack of boundaries. There are no favors that they consider inappropriate or weird. For example, one morning when Tom's daughter had picture day at school and he didn't know how to do her hair, Will came to the rescue. She did her hair at 7 a.m. and even popped a pimple on Tom's neck.Will emphasized that they welcome openness with each other and have a level of comfortability that is usually only seen in family or long-term friendships. She quickly clarified that their friendship is strictly platonic. "There are no romantic feelings involved, at least not on my part, and I'm pretty sure not on his part too…. We're just buddies," she said.

Reactions and Perspectives

Will's clip has gained a massive 1.3 million views and hundreds of comments from other social media users. Some have commented that she has described marriage, while others have encouraged the pair to "stay besties."Speaking about the online reaction, Will told Newsweek that there is a portion of people following along to see if they end up falling in love, but there are also many who appreciate the wholesomeness of their friendship. It's a story-worthy scenario that has touched the hearts of many.Tom also shared his perspective. His favorite part is how Will makes him feel needed and appreciated. He said, "And sometimes I need her—and I know that I appreciate her so much. Whether it's rides when my car breaks down or helping me with mommy things for my daughter, I never feel alone, even though I am."