Peace, I have the pleasure of owning a small town jewelry store in the mountains of Pennsylvania. Towanda is -centrally located- , that is, we are not close to anything. I've been here full time since I got out of college a bit over 30 years ago. About 5 years ago, I hired the fellow who had been doing our trade work. He does most of the bench work and is a known designer in this area. My own background, other than helping in the store as a boy, is a B.S. in math and most of an M.S. in environmental science. My approach to design is conservative and traditional. The jewelry should accent the person rather than drawing attention to itself. Again, I bid you peace, Francis Kisner Yes, I do go by Francis; -