You have what the warm climates have, sun, color and mystery. Notice the oranges as they look through the vine basket. The detail of the background, like a Turkish kilim, resembles colors of a sun-baked vineyard. The French tulips, Ecuadorian roses and Dutch berries evoke occidental man. The blonde grass softens the soul and pampers the heart. I had a party in San Francisco and this was the centerpiece, just for you.

-- Steve Tracy