I’m sorry
and you’re probably right:
I haven’t been treating you
with the proper respect
not listening to your explanations
or taking your opinions seriously.

I know I should give you your due
and not treat you like a baby
which clearly
you are not.
It’s just
I’m so used to being independent
and not having to explain my decisions
and even being the only one to make decisions…
I’m trying to keep you in mind
I promise.

I always think I know best
and I’m working on it,
really.
So
I’m sorry

but
if I see you
playing with your supper again
I’m taking away all the worms.