[He tries to picture it in his mind, substitution and all. And it does start to come together, but it's the last thing she shares that slots the pieces into place while he works on tying the strings of the apron at his back.]

That one, eh? He mentioned it to me once—said it reminds him of warmth and camaraderie.

[He eyes the spice bottle as he approaches.]

And you want to make it your own. In this case . . . I don't think it's a bad idea.