no buts

I guess I was kind of grouchy or short with the kids today - or maybe just Mercer. I was cleaning the bathroom, hands and knees deal, when Mercer came in behind me.
Mercer- "Bememboh when you used to love me in this picture?"

I almost didn't even turn around. You know how sometimes you can answer a question without even hearing it or having any clue what they asked. But I did turn around and saw him holding this...

Its a picture of me and Mo when he was just a few weeks old. Its framed on his dresser, a gift from my sister-in-law.

I am glad I turned around. But I am not proud of my response...
Me -"Yes, I remember that picture. I still love you. But.."

It doesn't really matter what I said after the 'but'. The fact is I said it. No good. Sorry Mo. I remember when I love you in that picture.

I love you a million times more now.