Good point Michel -"we see Grandpap showing a level of consideration for Eric's feelings by refusing to let the pup be killed in front of Eric" even though he also says "Let it be" when Rosie is abused and dumped, i.e., don't even try to save her, Eric; that would be meddling. Good point too, Rhonda, that even the meanest SOBs must have a few redeeming virtues. :) If we could just keep Grandpap from getting drunk....