Quote Originally Posted by sasvermont View Post
I knew it as being used mostly when dealing with little children when they are crying to make you think that the situation is dire. Not fake tears, but large, obvious tears...... must more than necessary for the time or situation. So, yes, I guess you were using the expression incorrectly, but I doubt if anyone was offended by it.

Many people, including me, use expressions incorrectly or mix them up. Not to worry!

This is how I thought of it as well. I didn't realize it was an insincere display of grief. Oops.