Are you saying that your family is so selfish and
greedy that they would rather have you spend them
on boat stuff,


My stepmother's family is quite wealthy. They give plenty to charity
and since Thomas was born they send a lot of gifts our way. When asked
what we wanted for Xmas, I said gift cards for Thomas for life jacket
and water toys. I had no idea we'd get 1900 worth of cards. Whether you
like the story or not it's not my place to allocate their gift as
charity. Some might be offended. We'll find a way to spend it on
Thomas. And of course your response is no answer to the original
question.
Glad you liked the violins.


RB
35s5
NY