Thanks for the perspective, Patty. I'd start a new thread but I've enjoyed this one so much that I feel paternalistic about it. Hmmm.. is there such a word as paternalistic? If there isn't there is now.
While I'm at it, how about honoring Animal Wifery? Why should it always be Animal Husbandry?

Yeah, that's a great quote, Elmer. Funny, I was thinking I should stop in an put on a new pot of coffee, and I find you and Patty sitting at the table. What is that about great minds running in the same circles? I think I must have gotten that one wrong.

Peas Porridge cold may taste great when it's in the pot for nine days, but coffee doesn't.

Truth is, I've been having such a great time these days that I don't get in here as much as I want to. I just had a wonderful, wonderful phone call from my youngest son and am bubbling over.

Feeling Paternalistic!

Kids are worth it.

Jerry