T, all you girls put on fake nails yesterday.

I mean, y’all look crazy.

I am no fan of two-inch fake fingernails.

But you and H and K were being silly and having fun and I just played along.

All that to say this.

T, you were so excited to show me your nails.

Daddy, look how pretty and pink they are!

You held out your hand to show me and I jokingly slapped the back of your hand with mine.

You froze, your eyes got big, and your voice tuned soft.

In the sweetest and most fragile voice, you asked:

Daddy, why would you slap my little baby hand?

🤣

I love you.

-Dad