It is a real relationship. It cant really be compared to any other relationship you have, although there are parts of it that are similar.

It is unbalanced, to be sure, but you do matter to your T, even if only for that time you're in the office.

It's designed to be temporary, but can be one of the most intense relationships you'll ever have.

But, as BPA said above, it really does defy description. But it is a real relationship.