Originally Posted by ghostrider
Originally Posted by bsquilter
His dog was much loved and cared for.
You can generally judge how well someone will care for any type of gift by looking at how well they care for the things they already have.
If you give a gift with conditions and expectations attached, then it really isn't a gift at all. It's a sale. And if the recipient does not pay you what it is that you expect, you are guaranteed to be disappointed and resentful.
Nice way to put that! I agree.