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Very pleased with the meticulously planned booth I set up over 3 days, alone! It's met every expectation. Now it's just about inviting customers in (and closing sales). I'm not pushy - just professional and polite - and I know stuff about what I'm selling. People like a story. And they like something special. A few new pieces added to the collection, on loan from trusted suppliers. I've got something for everyone!

Visit me NOW thru Feb 15 at booth P-7 in the Showcase Tent of the Tucson Gem Show on 22nd St.

PLUS, our kickoff show of 2026:

• Tucson Gem Show on 22nd St. Jan. 29 thru Feb. 15 (Tucson, AZ) INFO

In the meantime, any (and every) day - our Portal Crystal Gallery is open 7 days a week - in Arlington Center, MA at 489 Mass. Ave. from 1-4pm (starting at noon on Saturdays)

Although I missed my connecting flight - headwinds pushed us back an hour - I made a new friend and we rented a car to drive from Phoenix to Tucson. With a couple of days before load-in, I toured the town and checked out some of the permanent showrooms, case in point during this video. I really know my way around, and have some favorites spots I like to haunt. Even still, I always discover something new and wonderful!

I'm wrapping up my first weekend in Tucson, already planning whether (or not) to attend next year, I've done a great job and learned a lot...but just cause you're good at something doesn't always mean you have to do it. Anyhow, I do like the experience, and I'm quite experienced, having done it now 4 times. 

PS. No comment on the stalemate over Iran, really?! Ice dynamics divisive.

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