I like taking an obscure reference to something and tracking it down. A letter is not just a piece of paper, it draws you into an artist's life. And that's the most thrilling part.

We got into dealing because no one understood what we were looking for. We were interested in letters and photos relating to opera stars ? we graduated to materials relating to opera, then to musical scores and eventually into working notes and drafts, as well as the performing arts in general.

If you're interested in collecting, start with something you love.

The last piece of the puzzle is for the auditor and the assessor to send the letter to the state for the elimination of the reassessment levy for next year.

Personal beauty is a greater recommendation than any letter of reference.

Every decorative piece in this house is my feeling, my choice.