"You know, I think I agree with you there." He smiles. "I do wish it had come about differently, though. But that's too long a story for a pretty day."

After a moment's thought, he adds: "The other evening in the bar, I was talking with a young woman who seemed to think this place could use a bit more culture. I was thinking of setting up a little gallery or studio or something. Shall I invite you when it's done?"