This is in reference to Paul Nordeman's column, "Dealing with dangers of holiday shopping" (Dec. 3), which mentions my Barack Obama ornament, which he said sells for $56. I would like to first point out that there was an error in the Chicago Tribune article he references, because the $56 price tag is for a 5-pack of the ornaments. In fact, my entire purpose was to offer an assortment of unique affordable gift items during difficult economic times when more expensive gifts are beyond the budgets of many people. The individual Obama ornaments sell for $13.50, and that includes a nice gift box and free shipping, which is a good value considering the work I put in to them.

Unlike so many others, my store does not focus on a particular political theme or persuasion. To complement Obama, there is a Sarah Palin and Moose ornament and also one depicting Joe the Plumber, but the majority are not in the least bit political. There is an ice-skating Chupacabra, a Yeti, a legendary ghost and two space aliens with a Christmas tree strapped to the top of their flying saucer.

The response arising as a result of the Chicago Tribune article was substantial and I have found it necessary to temporarily suspend sales of both the Obama and the Palin ornaments until I receive delivery of the supplies I need to complete them.

God bless all creatures great and small, including those that have not been scientifically demonstrated to exist.

Kimberly Harris

Laramie, Wyoming