Overheard In My House, Episode 3

Tonight:

"Mommy, I'm tired.  Can you put me to bed?" ~Amy
Mommy:  Continues to stare at computer.

"Mommy, I'm tired.  Can I go to bed now?"
Mommy:  Continues previous behavior.

Repeat 3 more times.

Finally:
"Mommy, I'm tired.  Can I PLEASE go to bed?"
"Amy, sweetheart, I'm sorry.  I've been ignoring you, haven't I?"

(long pause)
"Mommy, are you sorry in your HEART?"

**gulp**



Something in that struck me.  Am I?  Am I really sorry in my heart when I treat my kids like they're an inconvenience, an interruption, a roadblock to my oh-so-important agenda?

Sorry in my heart.  Yes, dear one, I truly am.