Squash and Trees

Your Christmas gift "requests" are a delight to read.  I must say, you're dreaming bigger than me at this point, but I have some days left.

Today, something I've wanted for as long as I can remember: a turquoise squash blossom necklace:

As for my Christmas tree "woes," it appears that someone has come up with and is selling half-trees for those who want to give in to both their pets' destructive tendencies and their own wish for a tree.

As for this house, Tap would consider that a challenge: "So, you think I won't be interested in this?  Don't forget that I have young legs and mad jumping skills."