Heh, I thought it might be tongue-in-cheek but it can be hard to tell sometimes, haha. Perhaps especially when it comes to matters of creative self-expression and the different forms it takes.

I can see why that would sting, certainly. It's one thing to look back and contemplate different paths that could've been taken and something else again to only realize upon looking back that a path was there. It is nonetheless interesting to consider how differently we all mentally categorize certain interests and talents. (Sort of funny especially since you mention LEGO, which is itself an interest with career potential, depending on how one wants to approach it.) Was it a hobby you kept to yourself? I'm a little surprised no one would've suggested you consider pursuing it.

Your new approach to the hobby sounds interesting! Do you think you'll ever share any of your work here?