qball, so much great advice in one post.THANKS!

Your comment about listening without them knowing has served me well through the years. I always got a kick out of driving a car load of kids and acting like I was removed while driving. I learned some interesting tidbits while doing so. There's alays one kid who blabs all without thinking.

We cook together. In fact, last night Ross and I cooked for our son's anniversary dinner. This is the son who cooks about 4-5 nights a week. He ended up finishing up cooking the meal with us when he got home. I love company in the kitchen, It makes it so much more fun.

My daughter is a puzzle do-er. In fact, we have one almost completed on our kitchen counter right now. I'm her helper, but she is much more patient than I.

Your son sounds delightful!