Great suggestion but I can be stubborn. I really don't want to introduce another piece of glass sooo...... 1. I think I can finish drilling through the bowl by tackling it from both the bottom and the top. 2. There is no way I'm going to be able to drill through the 3/4 inch glass on the bottom of the vase but I'm going to try drilling a hole as deep as I can. 3. Then I will find something to act as a pin or peg and put that through the the bowl and into the bottom of the vase. I will glue the peg in place and seal around the peg in the bowl portion of the bird bath so that it doesn't leak. 4. Then I'll glue the pieces together again and let the glue cure until Spring. This is a four handed job so I'll have to wait to work on this project until future hubby has time to help. The hardest part for me will be keeping my hands off the finished piece until I'm absoluting sure the glue has had enough time to cure. I'll report back in March or April. In the meantime I have lots of other projects to work on. Thanks for again from a girl named .... Max

I just discovered a new online seller. The site has a little confusing navigation IMO, but the selection is amazing - new bi-color hybrids and double Orientals just blew me away. Check this out: Bi-color Asiatics Double Orientals They also have some nice Orienpets and LO. Since I did not find any information about when they ship the bulbs and whether the bulbs are pre-cooled, I sent them an email. I got a prompt response. It turned out that this site is operated by a famous Holland grower (Zabo Plants). I had their Holland site bookmarked long time ago as an excellent reference site with lots of pictures. Although I thought I did not need more Lilies, I just placed my order. :) Could not resist... I am not affiliated with any seller. I just think that this info might be interesting for Lily addicts :)

Physicians' Formula makes a mineral face powder with no talc. I like it a lot because it looks good, doesn't bother my allergies, and has in a well-designed container with its own brush and mirror that is small enough to fit in my purse. It is not very expensive and the quality is good. Since "aging skin" tends to be dry, I find it's best to use a good moisturizer first, before the powder. I also dab a bit of liquid foundation on my nose and under my eyes with a damp wedge sponge before applying powder. I watched a news segment this morning where they advised us to buy high-quality foundation (for the smooth consistency) and mascara, but that the cheaper brands of powder, blush and lipstick weren't much different from the high-priced ones. I like the Clinique moisturizing foundation that comes in a tube, even though it is a bit costly. At my age, I use very pale blush and go easy on the eye makeup. Speaking of cost, why are you skimping on your makeup? I think you deserve to use cosmetics that suit you, and I'll bet you could save money on something else in your budget instead.

Hobokenkitchen: "I will not be persuaded that taking a photo out of context purely for the purpose of ridicule is fair game. I actually think it's a pretty rotten thing to do." I never tried to persuade you to think otherwise. However, that does not negate the fact that it has already been done by those who dont share your opinion, and anyone who puts a photo out there should be aware of such...that the chance of it happening will always exist. That was and still is my point. Its that simple. Hobokenkitchen : "Again, my only response to this is a resounding; HUH?? Listen I do not pretend to be an expert on real estate agents across the country, but in my area my office only employs full time realtors and I don't know of any who has their 'chosen' career put on hold and therefore gone into real estate." AndI personally know many people right here in NJ who sell RE part timetwo are friendsanother is a neighborthe other is DHs cousin another is a woman also serves on a number of state boardsbut sells RE part time. The agent who sold us our house works part time. In addition, I have met a number of REAs who are part timers.some of whom had another career, that went south (and not by their choice or fault), and took up RE sales as an alternative. The job market is not wide open to those who are middle aged and beyond..and often RE provides a good alternative. There are 99,000 people licensed to sell RE in NJ. Do you truly believe that every single one is doing so full time...as their first and only career? Bottom line? Although it may be beyond your personal experience, that does not mean that it is non-existentor, even the exception to the rule. Hobokenkitchen : "My problem with you, logic, is not your opinions - you are welcome to those whether I agree with them or not. .In terms of my recommendations to you, it comes simply from the fact that there are people who are able to make their point without making condescending statements. You do not seem to be one of them, but perhaps I am too sensitive, and if so then again, I apologize!" No need to apologize. However, I will say that I can understand your feelings since you are apparently basing your opinions only upon your own officewhich is clearly an exception to what many people experience. I have based my opinions on a much broader spectrum. I consult to the HI profession throughout four statesas such, I have heard a dearth of stories that the HIs hear from buyers. I can assure you that all too often, even if the REA has found the buyer a home which they love, the buyer is not necessarily happy with how their REA handled the deal. As I said earlier, one has just to frequent this forum long enough, and you will read of many stories of buyers AND sellers ready to throttle their REA by the time all is signed, sealed and delivered. There are many who have been very pleased as well...but that does not negate the fact that problems do indeed exist...in some cases, problems of a major nature...and public perception of REA's in general is not the best in many cases. Ive said it beforeIll say it againthere is the good..the badand the in between in ALL professionsRE is no exception. If that is an issue for you...so be it...but IMO, when there is something negative said, regardless of how factual,it does not matter how prettily it's iced...the reality remains the same.