"Mommy, I don't love you."
When kiddo turned and looked at me straight in the face and said those words, it took all I had not to cry.
I know she didn't mean it, but that didn't make it hurt any less.
I'm usually on my way to work when she wakes up in the mornings, but today I was running a little late. I knew seeing me there after she woke up was a surprise and a change to her morning routine.
And kiddo is NOT a fan of her routine being messed with.
She is also NOT a fan of anyone being too affectionate with her, especially right after she wakes up.
When I went in my room to get my stuff before heading out the door, I broke down. But I also heard her about to cry in the living room to Momma B as she asked where Mommy was going.
As Momma B explained to her how what she said made Mommy sad and hurt Mommy's feelings, we all know her little brain didn't fully understand.
It was a powerful reminder that what you say matters. What you say can change someone's entire outlook on themselves.
But most importantly, it reminded me that once you say the words, you can never take them back.
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