'To be a Virginian, either by birth, marriage, adoption or even on one's Mother's side is an introduction to any state in the Union, a passport to any foreign country and a benediction from above.' Anonymous As a Virginian, I love the statement. However, my favorite comment about relatives, close or removed, was made by a friend who refers to his wife's ex-husband as his husband-in-law. peg j. -- Life is hard. Soften yours with a cat. To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html