[Ah. This feeling, he recognizes. His voice is quiet, tone sympathetic, when he replies.]

I know. None of us asked to be here, and we all have people we miss back home.

For what it's worth, people here tend to be kind. If you need something, or want help, all you have to do is ask.

[Admittedly, he's still working on that a bit himself. Do as he says, etc.]

And if you need time alone, the quiet car has individual rooms you can use.