Of course, Rebecca. Why should you be surprised? People do not practice the art of graditude nowadays. Witness the events after 9/11. Millions and millions of dollars in private and public benefits were showered on the families of victims. What did we see? Whimpering for more.

It was your duty to drive the kids. They have it coming to them. It is an entitlement like prescription drugs for the elderly. Don't expect anyone to say thanks. You only did what you should have done.

Rebecca Hagelin: Bring back human kindness - please!: "What was missing? Two simple words: 'Thank you.' Out of six guests, only one uttered the phrase. Let me quickly add, these kids are from good, decent families. "