... Do you know what mochi doughnuts are? They have a gooey consistency and it takes forever to chew through one, you can't talk at all while eating them and even if you try it comes out so garbled the other person has no idea what you're saying. No matter what you think or want to say, you can't. So, if you would like to have some mochi doughnuts and sit with some company you can rely on while you gain your bearings and put your noggin back in order without embarrassing yourself by letting something slip which might be super emotional ...

I can get you the doughnuts, Kate.

And you can also use my fancy shower to freshen up before you dive into this new realm head-first, that might help too. I've no wish to make you feel anxious on purpose, no matter where we are.