Kirk, after using the mod podge to glue it to rock, I put about three coats of it on top letting each dry well between. Then when they were "cured", I used Krylon poly spray. Again several coats. I do keep it in shade since our sun so intense but might do ok in sunlight. I hope you do a bear or more. I'm going to do more rocks. Brought a box of different size smooth ones home that day, thinking I'd paint on them. But since I can't draw (I do trace very well, LOL), this sure is a simple way to get good art instead. I'm always saving pix off the Internet or eBay to use "someday". If you print off any pictures, use the regular printing paper and NOT the photo paper if you're decoupaging. hugs, Karen

David welcome back. I do hope that this time around you will not get sick when you have to move the plants in. I would love to look at your pictures. Old or new....I LOVE pictures. Especially to compare how things change from season to season. Could you post a link to your site? Thanks Crossing my fingers for you that you will see NHDP and AT with a flush before wintertime. Looking forward to get to know you more and sure hope your health is as good as it can be. Lucy

AndyAndy, Happy Forth to you as well!!! I agree that it is such a pleasure to come home and relax in your own yard and truly enjoy all of the great plants and trees that we all have in common!!! Everyone on this forum has a wonderful attitude about sharing information and how to incourage others to grow their favorite plants/palms!! Thanks for all of the photos as well...I really enjoy all of the different pictures that everyone gets to view!!! We enjoyed the 4th at the beach with all of the family!!! Temps were in the mid 80's with a gentle breeze keeping it just about perfect!!! Hope all of you enjoyed the holiday... Laura in VB

Leel- My wife is a health insurance broker - and she is by no means a "fat cat"... What people don't realize is that this whole issue is going to bankrupt the US, and even more importantly - the reps in congress and the senate that voted for this abortion - even though people like me and an overwhelming majority of people across the US are AGAINST the bill - and these idiots basically said - "Shut up stupid - WE know what's best for YOU - go POUND SAND" - these folks are going to get a HUGE wake up call............. Well - guess what's coming in November??? It's called...... P A Y B A C K