[Quietly; an acknowledgment that it isn't that way for everyone. But if he's uncomfortable having anything to do with gifts that were forced - everything she's brought him, it's because she chose to.]
It's worked out pretty well. To be honest. I've been lucky to have thoughtful friends.
[Past tense. She is not thinking about his gift. Not unless he forces the issue less obliquely. She is not - ready. Historically, the answer to his question is well.]
[ Spam ]
[Quietly; an acknowledgment that it isn't that way for everyone. But if he's uncomfortable having anything to do with gifts that were forced - everything she's brought him, it's because she chose to.]
It's worked out pretty well. To be honest. I've been lucky to have thoughtful friends.
[Past tense. She is not thinking about his gift. Not unless he forces the issue less obliquely. She is not - ready. Historically, the answer to his question is well.]