on xmas morning, i discovered this amazing card (see above) wedged into our aluminum tree.  as it turns out, my husband made the card for me as an homage to WHORANGE'S heroes.  inside was a lovely message "from our cats" and a yoga membership.  proof positive that steve truly holds the key to my heart.

in addition, we were fortunate to have a few splendid gifts swapped in the house of WHORANGE this holiday.  allow me to share...

above:  a fisticup coffee mug to steve from the siblings. 

above:  a winterscape stamp set graciously given to me from seattle siren, lady peacock.  (see what happens when you beg shamelessly?)

above left:  mr. squirrel ornament adopted from a yard sale.  above right:  bumble bee wheely bug for our nephew, dylan.

above:  mustache cufflinks (made from reclaimed silver) by julia failey  -- given to steve from me!

and finally, one of the best gifts of all -- YOUR INHERENT FABULOUSNESS.  keep sparkling, kittens!  give joyously and generously to those around you.