This was such a great read! It reminds me a lot of a piece I wrote about past relationships and cooking/food. But you’re right, it is so, so telling when you read between the lines. I’m so thankful to have a partner who knows how I like it and makes sure he always has the right ingredients when he shops. He makes it for me most of the time but also knows he doesn’t have to because I can make it myself. To me, that’s the perfect metaphor for the kind of relationship I want to be in. Loved this piece!