If you are called 'sweetie', how do you respond in kind?

[Deja Q]

:D

[sui generis]

1. sweetie, it depends on the context

it can be used both as a term of endearment among friends and as a verbal weapon against someone who hates patronizing condescension.

:hi:

[HeeBGBz]

2. Normally.

I get called that all the time. I just ignore it. Same with hun, darlin, sugar and all the other little names people like to dish out. Only if it is dripping in sarcasm or nastiness, would I respond negatively in return.

[swag]

3. Straight back atcha, sugar booger.

[bushisanidiot]

4. Well, sweetie, I just give 'em a pinch on the cheek

and tell them never to call me that again

[Just Me]

5. Sugar, honey, dewdrop,...

,...everyone calls one another sweetie and honey where I live.

[Shell Beau]

6. Depends on who is calling you sweetie!

[Wetzelbill]

7. I get called that all the time both on DU and the outside world

I always don't really know the proper reaction.