Hello all!

Yesterday, I was sitting here at my computer when suddenly, Homey (one of our furry kids) came running through the window by my desk and brought me an early Christmas gift... a mouse!

Homey was so proud of herself and I am told this is quite an honor to have your kitty bring you such a gift. Wish I could have shared her enthusiasm about the gift she brought me. (ha-ha) Quickly I managed to get that poor little mouse back outside and Homey went on about her business. I'm hoping she doesn't think it's Christmas again today... if you know what I mean. Homey is, like, 16 years old and still as spry and full of life as a kitten sometimes. If you multiply 16 years times 7 (I think that's the formula to figure out cat's ages in human years) that makes her 112 years old? Animals are so amazing.

On the bead front, I have added some new beads up for auction in ebay... AUTUMN GATHERING... PATINA... EARTHY... SILVER CITY... and... FALL SHADOWS.

The EARTHY and SILVER CITY auctions are mini collections with seven beads in them and were created with bracelets in mind.

It is becoming very obvious to me that the lentil shape is my favorite shape for beads! I am going to expand my horizons and start using some of the other wonderful bead press shapes that I have around here. The lentil shape is sooooo comfortable to wear with its flatness and that is why it's my first choice. I am, however, pretty darned sure that some of you would like to see something a bit different from time to time.

That's it for now. Take good care and hope your upcoming weekend is a great one!

Bye for now, Gracie