Like I said. I don't care if you show up. Your presence doesn't bother me. And I'm not shy about telling people to get lost.

But--

[He pauses. How to word this]

For me personally, just don't bring a sob story. I'm not in the mood. But the guilt gifts do cheer up my unitmates as well as the company. So do as you will.

[And then a laugh]

I say this as someone who certainly did not take your preferences into account before coming here.