I think at the time this was a bit of a wish-fulfillment strip. I wanted nothing more than to be given some space to work and maybe a friend to banter with. To not have to worry about rent and bills, and to be able to create/write without any thought about making it commercial.
I’ve read the archives at least 3 times, but it is still nice to see it this way again. I know what is going to happen, but it is still enjoyable. I am trying to not mention what is going to happen, for those who are seeing it for the first time.