Reason 345,972 why my mom rocks

My dad rocks, too.  But that's a post for another day. 

Awhile back, a Miles and Laurel author may have left an empty tea pot sitting on a hot burner.  The results may have been problematic.  The author mentioned this to her mother, who effortlessly remedied the problem after a family dinner last night. 

Which tea pot would you rather have?

This one?  Know before selecting this option that the fade-to-black going on at the bottom of the pot is not for dramatic effect.

  

Or this one:

Only moms have extra tea pots sitting around, right?  She slings a tea pot my way, cooks us dinner, and cuts and colors my hair, all in one night. 

Thank you, Meemo.  I will have you over for tea anytime and will not leave this one empty on a burner.