(think it covers all beliefs..) My potted Bolivian Rainbow with ripe pods makes a nice red and green decoration. Doug, I too enjoy winter solstice, means the days will be getting longer. Marc, A thought for you, If you won't accept donations, how about some private stock in $5 to $10 denominations. We can "Invest" in your company, and expect "Dividends" sometime in the future or buy back stocks when your ready. This way it's not a "gift" or "Handout" Nelz, I try to reserve the 'county agent' questions for folks that at least live in your area. In for the whitest Christmas ever. A snow storm that started in Dougs area and came across the US/CDN border is combining with a rain storm coming up the east coast line is going to dump 12 to 18" of snow. Chilly not chile here. L.B. PS if anyone has any experience with pernicious anemia please drop a private note. 10q