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Are you familiar with it? The phrase, “Hey, I know a guy who can …,” usually said to you about the time you have thrown a plumbing wrench clear across the kitchen. Referring to a man you can trust to fix the job you just botched – and do it honestly and perfectly, someone who has gained the public’s confidence in his expertise. Whoa!! That can be hard to find today in this world of shady deals and ‘that’s good enuff.’

Now that I have brought up that topic, I ask you. What happened in our American homes when the last two generations were being reared? Did Moms and Dads just g...