I like the way you handled your sort-of request for a stone, you didn't ask outright but you gave him time and space to decide whether that was something that he could do. You explained what it would mean to you, and you both agreed to talk about it more the next time. I think this is a great, mature model about communication over difficult topics, and decreases reactivity while increasing thoughtful and reflective resolution. Kudos. I also think this kind of space giving model allows the other person to be more likely to grant your request (so I'm on pins 'n' needles to see how it resolves, and betting that T will give you some kind of transitional object).

I also want to share that I appreciate your session write ups no matter what; I don't always have something meaningful or relevant to share.