Emailed friend and told her I had to stop watching, and will finish tonight, as it was so intense. She said I would not believe the ending. Can't wait to watch the rest this evening.

Hi Petra! I'm so glad you liked them both. We sure do!!! Thanks for the review, lol

LOL I agree, I think our answers are so much better, especially the ones that involve men. Jasdip, my DIL made stuffing so I was not able to try your recipe. I am however making it for Christmas, so I will let you know. I am sure it is wonderful! I am also going to make Pioneer Woman's mashed potatoes that everyone raves about on the cooking forum.

Pet visits (and everything else in Ontario, Canada is more expensive than in the U.S. I remember a few years ago when I posted the cost of a dental on a specific breed forum and all of the U.S. members were on my case until 2 Canadians posted that they had paid the same. Thankfully! It is worse in a big city where we live. Jasdip, while we have a dog (who is really more like a cat) they seem to know when you have to take a morning pee sample - I have had to take a few and it is not easy. Even the vet had him out trying to get one and he kicked the container but fortunately there was enough left in the container. It is harder for a cat than for a dog of course, but if you read on Dr. Internet (the funny parts that are true) you will read that many people have difficulty in taking a morning pee. Dogs and cats than are normally reliable will not lift their legs (if males); will lift their legs on the other side; will kick; will not "go" - you name it. I have been at the vet clinic when others have had to come in and admit that they failed and they didn't know why. If push comes to shove, your vet can get the sample - not the most pleasant of experiences especially for a male, but it certainly can be done. I have threatened our dog with a cysto! Our dog is white and weighs 25 lbs. with LOTS of fur - actually even I am currently horrified. Trying to get a sample in winter is harder than when there is no snow, but it is still hard, particularly when they know something is up and will not go where they normally do. I have been out in the dark trying to get it. I use a Ziploc type of container (shove it under him and hope) - if I can't get it I try for the next day. I know it is important before any surgery because depending on the kidney values the test reveals it may be necessary to leave the IV in longer than normal (this is what happened with our dog). Otherwise the outcome can be serious. I dread having to take the next one. Re extractions, I have found that the canine teeth are the most expensive to remove (at least they were). Our dog has strong teeth but is very inclined to develop tartar as are some people. He has had quite a few cleanings and should he still be with us come late Nov. when he has his next physical I am certain we will be advised to have another one done. But he is 15 1/2 years old now - his meds take up a lot of room! But if there is food to be had he is right there - he knows when it is time for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner and his snacks. He is deaf, has arthritis, has eye issues (sees a board certified eye specialist) etc. but all in all people think he is younger than he is. I hope you are able to get Bud's urine sample. If not, remember there is always the vet, as horrible (and expensive) as that will be. We have to take our dog in the night before surgery and pay the $145 for the night because he can't be trusted if there is some garbage on the street, water etc. - not to mention not having the first of his breakfasts. You might ask the vet whether you should put the sample in the fridge if you can't make it to the vet clinic say within 2 hours. Some will say yes, some will say no - so it depends. The happiness you will feel if successful is wonderful. Good luck! And, yes, this is the same dog.