Interesting that I didn't even consider putting gender into the equation...I considered...."I'll let my friend share this seat with me and I'll take time in their seat so we can both share the fortune."

I confess I get a bit annoyed after awhile that everyone always assumes such a statement is about gender and somehow patronizing.....sometimes its just about generosity and graciousness. Irregardless of my lack of knowledge about the circumstances, of which karenbyknight enlightened me.

But, and I'm using brian1789's journal to say so, I'm glad that you and I are close enough that I can insert that mini rant and I know you won't be offended.