"One has to find ways to manage stress when you have a lot of it," he says offhandedly, a wry grin pulling at him despite what he said being anything but lighthearted. "For my father, it was making furniture. He said crafting in wood and hides allowed him to not only make use of what materials his hunting gave him, but made for nice decorations, as well."

Bread, while not nearly as permanent as furniture could be, was easier on the hands, and given how delicate Carlisle's are, that's probably one reason he prefers it.