True... [Distant look. Arguably though, his relationship with Ace was almost always like that. But then Ace did listen, and grow. All the time.] Some mistakes or failure to listen is inevitable though. Even for someone who usually does listen. And I'm sure I'm not great at listening to them either, eh?

[Grins.] Because I've spent the last few decades since my Pops found me trying to help others realize they don't have to be alone. If you don't mind my asking, what are you focused on? Not that that's a problem, it's a very good reason, eh.