Posted by Dinah on April 8, 2008, at 7:35:38
In reply to Re: Something hard to talk about » Dinah, posted by Happyflower on April 7, 2008, at 10:48:50
Maybe it was the gift. It seems like he'd feel worse about the immense sums I've paid him over thirteen years than the silly rock that costs less than a dollar.
I know what you mean about the spouse's of therapists. I've always thought I got the best part of him. But I kind of feel that about my husband too. I see his wonderful reviews on his teamwork and patience and wonder where this man goes at the end of the day. :) It's inevitable I guess.
It is true that I'm less sentimental about anniversaries (and any traditional holidays) than my husband is. But that's partly because we express our caring for each other all the time. I'm free telling him how much I love and admire and appreciate him. I am entertained by his impersonations and humor. We cuddle in bed at night to watch his favorite TV shows. And mine if he doesn't get to the remote first.
Therapy is different. Those expressions are not as free. And milestones are more important somehow. For example, we discussed how far therapy has come and where it is going.
It's just different.
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