I received a note from my youngest yesterday after school. He was trying to be quiet because I was working with a student who was reading to me. I tutor on Wednesdays, and the youngest usually works on his own homework until I'm finished. Apparently, this couldn't wait.
"I was suppose to wear old clothes today. We were painting."
I believe the part that is scratched out said, "You fail as a mom. How could you forget to dress me appropriately for an important art project? I am sincerely disappointed in you. You are a stay-at-home-mom now for a reason- so you can pay attention to the tiny details. I notice that you didn't forget to make that hot cup of coffee for yourself or wear appropriate clothes for yoga. But that's okay. What choice to I have, but to sit and wait for you to say you're sorry?"
And then he changed his mind, writing "I can't do it." (I can't break your heart) With an asterisk. "Love you lots."
Maybe the scratched out part didn't say that, but still...That is how I felt. I forgot Art day (his favorite)! He was concerned enough to let me know and still was able to say "love you lots" at the end. Ugh.
Happy "Step-up-your-game, man!" day, friends.