It's good to hear progress from other HD who are "trying things." At least *someone* had intimacy this weekend. Too bad it wasn't me as well.
I think that a little praise is a good thing, but don't go overboard. A simple "last night was nice and I hope that we can have more of those" might be good. I'm not sure if "thank you" should enter into the equation.
Too bad it wasn't me as well. 
