When Reality Slaps You In the Face

In a deep discussion with my mother about relationships and human behavior, I was talking with her about not wanting to come across too "needy". She was basically nodding in agreement, and trying to show me that she understood by restating what I'd said. But at the end she tacked on, "...even though you are."

Nothing against you, mama, I appreciate the truth. Always. Even when it stings.