I've never had the skill for it, I'm afraid. Artistic talent in our family line is wide and varied but it seems that between Estellise and myself, we're evenly split between writing and drawing.

It doesn't bother me, though. It's a good hobby to have if nothing else

[He pauses thoughtfully for a moment, before adding]

I did play flute, once upon a time, but I haven't gone to the trouble of finding an instrument here.