Oh Emma this was *so good*. Ok, to get the obvious out of the way: as someone who enjoys sensual domming and giving “good girl" praise it’s both validating and pretty damn exciting to hear your enthusiastic endorsement. But the depth came with your emphasis on the importance of the right time, place, and person, and authenticity of the words backed up by touch. And it was especially touching to hear you bravely linking your adult desires to childhood pain; as a dad it makes me want to give my boys an extra big hug and tell them how amazing they are. I’m glad to hear how you’ve used that pain to fuel your own growth and happiness, and make it part of a appt healthy sex life. Bravo.