Dear T,

Also, I tried showing empathy to H about the work badge thing, and he acted like I was crazy. (Like saying, "I'm sorry--I should have been more supportive this morning when you were complaining about having to show the badge.") So, uh, apparently, it wasn't about that! I did finally admit it was something you suggested, as he was reacting like I'd lost my mind.

(And I admit it did bother me a bit that it felt like you were sort of siding with him at the start of session. I mean, seriously, it was about wearing a lanyard for a few hours a week...I thought you'd agree he was being a bit over the top, but maybe it was like, male/husband solidarity or something).

Love,
LT