Of course there is no way to authenticate. You have to take many things with a grain of salt so to speak. Common sense indicates you could not get an honest reponse when poling this sort of thing anyways.

I would not be surprised if it was just a number pulled out of the writers head. If not than I too am one of the 85 percent.

Well it is early Christmas morning. The wife will have me up early so better go get tucked in. I see the dogs have already retired for the night.

May Christmas go well for all members of this forum and their families Is my personal wish..

We are happy just to see the people gather at our place both at Christmas and especially the large crowd for new years dinner.

They must enjoy the occasion as they without fail show up year after year. Some years in horrible weather conditions even. I like to see the home full of happy people. That is what makes the time of year for me and I expect the wife.

Although it is a lot of additional work for her. She does not seem to mind. I also reflect on how good a wife, friend and companion she has been over all these years. Especially at this time of the year.

I really feel I lucked out in life in many ways and am very thankful for that. I may not be that smart but far from stupid about how lucky we have been as a couple overall. If the wife is happy I am. It could just as easily been different.

Again happy Christmas everyone and the best wishes to all of you.