[ oh. hm. this may be more of a deeper issue than pittman originally thought. ]

Nor have I, but...

[ he takes a moment, and although his fellow pulled has indicated he's not particularly interested in eating right now, he pulls out a chair for him, just in case; taking his own seat, he gestures to the empty spot. ]

Allow me to rephrase. If there is anything you're confused about, I can try to assist, if needed. Though, from what you said, it mostly just seems a little [..] overwhelming, at the moment.