[He moves back just slightly, but after a moment he stretches his head out a bit, nibbling gently at one of his fingers.]

I'm glad to hear it! I'm glad that things have calmed down a little, too...

Oh- Thank you for the scarf you sent me for Christmas, by the way. It's very nice and warm.

[He...almost feels like he has to apologize for the one that was sent to you, Garry. It was so bad.]