Hey, dear site buds...We Survived!....that is, the trip to see my estranged parents....No ground was broken...but we kept everything very surface, cordial..and, of course, they were thrilled to see the kids....I'm glad to have this hurdle over with and don't want to think about the next time....As I said...no issues were addressed, no ground broken...and that's the way I like it! thanks for your thoughts and good wishes...We're Home!!!!!!!