Phil, thanks for those thoughts. Every day I feel the stress of the times and am so thankful for my bead pile.....they don't talk back, they are here to stay, they don't cost money to maintain their beauty. I don't have to wash or dry them, weed or water them. I feel better after just an hour of going through drawers, bags and piles...sorting, stringing, hunting for that one I haven't seen in awhile.

I'd love to see the center strand up close when you might have the time. Thanks!