He staggered slightly as he was hugged, having to hold the boxes higher and balance them at the same time. "Alex? Really?" he said with a tone of disbelief and confusion. He then took a whiff of the air near her, confirming it was her via scent. "Holy flaming balls of Hist bark, it is you. How exactly did you.." said the lizard with confusion, patting her head with his tail. "Well, uh...I suppose we've been alright. Still delivering pizza. Kids are growing up fast. Cass' is having to routinely put out all the little fires they make. Other than that, things have been pretty normal."