A mum-of-five who has been waking up at 4:30am every day to start chores has finally said “enough is enough” and gone on strike, ditching her family to make a point.

Courtney Davis, a 38-year-old mother from Arizona, has been juggling the responsibilities of looking after her five children and managing the household for years. But after feeling overwhelmed and unappreciated, she decided it was time to take a stand.

“I have been waking up before the crack of dawn to start my daily routine of preparing breakfast, packing lunches, doing laundry, and cleaning the house. And it never seemed to be enough. I felt like I was constantly running on empty and not getting any recognition for all the hard work I was putting in,” Davis said.

After discussing her feelings with her husband and children, Davis made the bold decision to go on strike. She left a note on the kitchen table stating that she needed a break and would be taking some time for herself. She checked into a hotel for a few days, leaving her family to fend for themselves.

“It was a difficult decision to make, but I felt like it was necessary for my own mental and emotional well-being. I needed my family to understand the value of the work I do and the sacrifices I make for them every day,” Davis shared.

During her time away, Davis’ family had to pick up the slack and experience first-hand the amount of work that goes into keeping the household running smoothly. Her husband had to take on the responsibilities of getting the kids ready for school and managing the household chores. The children had to pitch in and help with the cleaning and cooking.

With Davis gone, her family quickly realized the magnitude of what she does every day. They gained a newfound appreciation for her and missed her presence in the home.

“I think the time away really opened our eyes to everything that Mom does for us. We never realized just how much work she does behind the scenes to keep our family functioning. It made us all realize that we needed to do our part to support her,” said Davis’ husband, David.

After a few days, Davis returned home to a much more grateful and understanding family. They now have a better understanding of the hard work she puts in, and they have agreed to take on more responsibilities to alleviate some of the pressure on her.

“I’m happy to see that my family finally understands how much I do for them every day. It was a wake-up call for all of us, and I’m hopeful that things will be different moving forward,” Davis said.

Many mothers can relate to the challenges of constantly feeling overworked and underappreciated. Davis’ story serves as a reminder that it’s okay to set boundaries and take a stand for your own well-being. It’s important for families to acknowledge and appreciate the efforts of the matriarch, and for women to prioritize their own self-care. At the end of the day, everyone benefits when roles and responsibilities are shared and appreciated.