It is a very dear Friend's birthday today, and this is the best way for me to celebrate it: M. is a fiery redhead hurricane of strength underneath her fragile, dainty appearance. She's gorgeous from deep within. And she has blessed me with true friendship. This original combines my two favourite colours, much like she's one of my two favourite friends, the intricacy of brocaded leather, portraying the beautiful fabric of her written word, the smoothness of heavy velvet, reflecting her sensual touch, and the see-through light play of elaborate lace, symbolizing the mysterious way in which her soul allows herself to be occasionally glimpsed. Happy Birthday, M. ...