I think I was busier this season, and I'm definitely out of more product than last year.

We have higher standards for teachers. We should have higher standards for teachers.

It's difficult for them to understand, and it's difficult for us to explain.

I was so surprised at how informal and funny he was.

The merchants are good about how they work with each other. I think it's a total plus and I think our customers know we do work well together and I really think that puts them in a better mood.

I think part of it is that my location has been good right here, next to Wine Sellers and Sullivan Taylor (Coffee House). At Christmas time we certainly compliment each other.