That partiular insistance that you mention has not abated. 5 years is a long time in dog years. TODAY is my dog's birthday! 12 years old and in better shape than most people I know.
Me...a Patsy??? How long have you known me? I have a peculiar sense of humor and curiosity.
Good luck with the boat....you go through many props?
Organizing Holiday Office parties.....yuck, I have to work for a living. Trying to get $$$ out of sales reps ;-)