These 25 parents are defying the notion that moms and dads don’t know how to text. Because they are crushing it.
What’s Up? What Are You Doing?

Dad’s responses to each of his son’s questions? Very literal. And hilarious.
Hey Bruh

Moms are always hip to the latest slang the cool kids are using.
Just Checking In

It’s all good, as long as I know where you are.
Any Plans Tonight?

No? Pathetic.
THOT

We did not know what that was either, but now we’ll never forget.
Should Eye?

Nothing beats a good pun – and cry-laugh emoji – by mom and an inopportune moment.
Regina George Has Spoken

Well played, mom. Very well played.
Nana Said That?

We gotta get Nana into text messaging …
The Only Protection You Need

Dad FTW on that one.
Why Can’t I Have Fun Like That?!

Jealous.
Ronaldo = Hottie

TMI, mom. TMI.
Don’t Tell Me How to Live!

This dad threw his offspring for a loop more than once in this exchange.
Lightly Fried Fish Fillets

Can you ever say that enough times, really?
Happy Middle Child Day!

Gee thanks?
Why Are You Going?!

When your father’s questioning takes an unexpected twist …
Loser McLoserson

Zinnnnnng!
Rack City, Bitch!

Look at this mom, spitting mad game!
Go Hide in the Closet!

You gotta hand it to her for orchestrating this particular practical joke via text.
Wear Gloves

Just don’t tell him any more about this. Because plausible deniability.
You Are Ruining My Name!

Just not for the reasons most dads might say this to their kids.
Laying it on Thick

Who needs emojis and hip acronyms when long-winded, over-the-top sarcasm will get the job done?
Let’s Find Out

Dad will see your attitude and dish it right back, along with the veal and rice.
Did You Get Those A–holes?

Hey, at least he owned it.
Get Some Food B!tch

Mom does not mince words.
omg omg omg no

A little rain never hurt you, kid.