15 Things We All Hid From Our Parents at Some Point
This article lists 15 things many of us tried to hide from our parents at some point in our lives.
- Daisy Montero
- 3 min read
Growing up often meant trying to keep a few secrets away from our parents. Some were harmless, while others felt like huge deals at the time. Looking back, some of these secrets might even make you laugh now.
1. Crushed Report Cards
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A bad grade felt like the end of the world. Many kids quickly learned how to hide a disappointing report card to delay the dreaded talk. That envelope buried at the bottom of the backpack tells the whole story.
2. Secret Diary Entries
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Diaries held every emotion that kids were too embarrassed to share out loud. The fear of parents reading them made hiding spots extra important. Those private pages were off-limits no matter what.
3. Forbidden Snacks
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Sneaking candy or chips before dinner was a thrill. Kids became experts at quietly unwrapping treats and hiding the wrappers. A crinkled chip bag under the bed was often the giveaway.
4. Broken House Items
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Accidents happened, but confessing was scary. Many tried to glue or tape things back together, hoping no one would notice. That crooked lamp or uneven plate often gave away the secret.
5. Fake Sick Days
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Faking illness to skip school felt like a high-stakes performance. Some perfected the act with fake coughs and extra tissues. Parents usually figured it out, but not always right away.
6. Secret Crushes
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Crushes felt way too embarrassing to share. Notes, doodles, and daydreams about that special someone were carefully hidden. The fear of teasing kept those feelings under wraps.
7. Sneaky Bedtime Escapes
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Staying up late felt like a victory. Kids read books, played games, or snuck in extra TV long after lights-out. That glow under the blanket was always a risky giveaway.
8. Hidden Report Card Rewards
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Sometimes, grandparents or relatives handed out secret cash for good grades. Kids often hid that bonus money to avoid sharing it. A secret stash was always exciting to keep.
9. Sneaked Makeup Experiments
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Playing with makeup before parents allowed it was a rite of passage. The evidence was quickly wiped off before anyone walked in. Lipstick stains on towels often betrayed the secret.
10. Stashed Love Notes
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Love notes were folded tightly and hidden deep in drawers or pockets. The fear of discovery made those notes feel extra special. Getting caught would have been unbearable at the time.
11. Borrowed Clothes
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Borrowing siblings’ or parents’ clothes without permission was tempting. Many carefully returned items before anyone noticed. Sometimes, that missing sweater took a while to get back on the hanger.
12. Secret Phone Calls
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Whispered conversations under the covers were part of growing up. Kids found creative ways to call friends or crushes after bedtime. One loud ringtone often ruined the whole plan.
13. Unapproved Friend Hangouts
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Meeting up with friends your parents did not approve of took some careful planning. Excuses and fake plans were used to make it happen. Getting caught usually led to serious consequences.
14. Secret Pets
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A hidden hamster or fish was exciting, but risky. Kids set up small habitats in closets or basements. The squeak of a wheel often gave away the secret pet.
15. Hidden Tattoos or Piercings
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Hidden Tattoos or Piercings Slide Description: Small tattoos or piercings done without permission were hidden with clothing or makeup. The fear of parents finding out kept kids on edge. Summer outfits often revealed the truth.