^^^^ I learned something!!
Being stressed, tired, fed up all effected my ability to live in the moment and take the pleasure of something good. I think all the philosophising and understanding in the world can be hard to remember at the end of a bad day.
It had been a pleasant surprise which I could have taken at face value - and no I don't think that would have led to future disappointment, as long as I didn't attach to it future expectations.
In the end he did want something in return for his efforts - a HUGE cup of tea!!