Dear Linarra:

“I don’t have much daydream lately, but sometimes, after or before our conversation, it happened that I imagine an alternative reality in which meeting each other would have been a possibility. I wondered whether we’d still get along and how awkward it’d be. I figured, if somehow we’d still appreciate each other and therefore affection would have be not entirely unwelcomed, that I would probably ask you if it’s alright before giving it. It’s awkward to ask but it’s more comfortable to have clear consent even for little things. And I appreciate how mindful we’re trying to be (while staying true to who we are!) in this conversation, so I find it interesting to imagine what it looks like in more real context”-

– this is so beautiful that I had to quote it all just so to see it again, it makes me smile and feel so good about you!

I too hope to sleep well tonight (I woke up at 4 am this morning!) and I hope you have a good night as well.

anita