[That's a much more difficult question to answer than she might think, but he does respond after giving it some thought.]
Once upon a time, I had thought myself quite fortunate to receive just such gifts that I was so certain were tokens of that sort of affection. Mere trinkets, in hindsight, meant to pacify, and there was never anything I was able to offer them in return, despite my efforts.
[Treats for a pet, rather than meaningful gifts for a partner. Time and experience have offered him a great deal of perspective.]
I do, however, believe I may have opportunities for such an exchange in the future. What of yourself? Any such tokens that you've come to treasure over the years?
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Once upon a time, I had thought myself quite fortunate to receive just such gifts that I was so certain were tokens of that sort of affection. Mere trinkets, in hindsight, meant to pacify, and there was never anything I was able to offer them in return, despite my efforts.
[Treats for a pet, rather than meaningful gifts for a partner. Time and experience have offered him a great deal of perspective.]
I do, however, believe I may have opportunities for such an exchange in the future. What of yourself? Any such tokens that you've come to treasure over the years?