[That makes him bark a startled laugh, delighted and amused.]

It would be, wouldn't it? I've got a buddy back home, and he'd make a big stick outta me doin' anything on my own. He'd give a big hero speech about how I don't have to be alone.

[It's a fond recollection.]

If this... whatever it is has really touched other worlds, I know my world's fine, 'cause he's there. He's got a way of making people believe in hope.