Each time I see a butterfly (real or otherwise) I am reminded they are one of Janis' favorite things. Years ago she collected all kinds of butterfly things (never real butterflies). Every birthday and special occasion was celebrated with such a gift. Eventually she asked me to stop for there were getting to be a great many butterfly things around the house.

With the new house the butterfly collection is rapidly growing once more with thousands of butterflies magically appearing, built into the interior trim of the house at every turn. Like years ago, each and every one is an I love you. It is not possible for there to be too many.

-grampa dan