Thanks to each of you. Those who responded warmly and those who _didn't
respond coolly to my OT post. Unlike a captive dinner party audience
suffering thru snapshots of 'our vacation' you can choose to read or not
on rcw, so to each his own without needless flames. Fine!

Peter, your nice note triggered my taking another look at your platters.
They would be lovely even if painted black. When form & design is
appreciated before the figure and finish is noticed the piece is a
success. You succeeded. Regards, Arch

Fortiter,