This is the only time of the year when we can get the whole family together ... and for the most part don't try to off each other.

I understand the whole "my friends feel far more like family to me than my bio family does" thing. I feel the same way. And I am so glad you have friends that feel like that.

You are never alone when you have friends who love you. *hug*

And as for the jewelry ... I so LOVE the first necklace. LOVE LOVE LOVE it. You have one hell of a talent there, chickiepoo.