wistful
A very kind interaction from a very dear old friend has reminded me of three things:
1) For better or worse, "Equestrian changeling" is probably the most accurate and representative species choice I've ever made.
2) It's terrifying how accurately the story of Schadenfreude, my own personal inner changeling, has predicted my real life. That's... probably not good.
3) I really need to become a net producer rather than consumer of affection again-- fast. Lean times are coming. Stock up.