[Wow, way to put words in people's mouths. Newsflash! Not everybody is mute.]

It was not my intention, Caroline. What I mean is that you are simply too important to be put in jeopardy like this. But if you can fend for yourself, I believe you.

Speaking of which, is it just me, or is the travel inconveniencing you less, now that I have successfully distracted you?

[A bit of a smile.]