As a kid, I used to collect the little glass blown animals that you could find at nearly any amusement park. Loved watching the artisans making them. My mom never understood my fascination with them and always tried to persuade me to get something for a souvenir that she thought I should want. I still have them tucked away somewhere.
Dale Chihuly is among my favorite artists. Look him up if you are not familiar with his work, though I'm sure everyone is, even if not the name.
