"each time were blindsided by some snarky comment impugning either us directly or people we hold in high esteem. "
OK Tom, you've had what I would call an "intervention".
Because Art is right. Although I don't take you personally (and we've had a few go-rounds between us), Art is right about your Scrooge behaviour. And I wonder if this is some kind of "act" you portray here.
Because the other side of you that your family sees, is not the person we see over here.
You are waay too snarky. Always.
And you never give an inch.
I am sending you a "Nice Pie". May it work wonders.
I remember when you USED to be funny and not all that offensive.
Where did that Tom go?