Yes, to carve we would have to find some stone or metal that was harder than whatever type of rock this is. [She smiles.] It does seem like we've all been able to get along and help each other so far, even though we're from such different places. I like that.

[She hopes it will continue that way, too, but she doesn't know how likely it is. Cautious optimism!]

I think that's how ink was made originally... certain flowers, too, because they have such strong pigments. I'd rather keep the berries for eating, myself.