for the first time in over four years, my therapist called me a term of endearment yesterday. i'm not exactly sure what lead up to it, but next thing i know she says "ok, kiddo?" and i think i just nodded. i also think it surprised us both, as i could feel the energy shift a little bit afterward.

i know it's not a big deal, but it definitely stood out as it hasn't happened before. and i'm not sure why, but i'm surprised by the word she picked. she's now exactly twice my age (35/70), but i don't feel the younger/older dynamic as much. i think i would have preferred something a little more "loving" and a little less "parental" i guess.

anyway, it did make me feel good regardless.