Playing guitar was one of my childhood hobbies, and I had played a little at school and at camp. My parents would drag me out to perform for my family, like all parents do, but it was a hobby - nothing more.

Of course I regret not having been able to spend time with my family.

For our immediate family and relatives, Canada was a land of opportunity.

One wants to be together with one's family. That's what families are about.

My family can always tell when I'm well into a novel because the meals get very crummy.