What personal belongings do you hold most dear? I’m not really into jewelry but one of my favorite pieces is Rachel the Pig from Pike’s Place Market. I know a jeweler that made Rachel 5 years ago as a fundraiser for the famous market. It reminds me of the good times I had in Seattle.…

Do you have any collections? I used to collect t-shirts, but about 10-12 years ago I began collecting cups & mugs. For instance I’m more impressed with handmade cups than manufactured cups made in China. I have a cup from Hollyrood in Scotland & it’s King Charles’ favorite motif on the porcelain cup I enjoy…

How do you feel about cold weather? I found this question ironic as I lived above the Artic Circle for a year & after that I don’t find much else cold. I don’t like it in the Fall when we get freezing rain with wind making it go sideways. That’s hot chocolate weather & not…