I might be able to do the paper, not so sure about the bows. Definitely no diamonds.

I went Christmas shopping today. I went up to Marianas Handicrafts where we usually buy gifts. We've spent a lot of money in that store and the owner always greets us happily when we arrive. The place is chock full of all manner of hand made crafts from the islands, wood carving, shell necklaces, baskets and woven bags, sarongs, etc. Those of you who got a shell lei from us on our travels have received the benefits of Marianas Handicrafts.

Typical of a male shopper I went in, selected a bunch of stuff and walked out. The owner followed me around and every time I picked something up she would say "That's $4.95 but I can give it to you for $2.50." The ceiling is hung with wood and bamboo wind chimes that hang down shoulder high on me. Consequently she could keep track of where I was in the store by the ringing of the chimes.

As for the stuff I bought I will divvy it up among the people I need to send gifts to and then go back for more if I need to. I also need to go to Butler's to get the larger baskets I like to send home. Anybody want one?