the oak stand is of oval barrel-shape and features six brass bands, has a charming patina associated with age and bears a coat of arms. around 30 countries and over 300 cities are involved. if they still want to be a ..whatever.. then its your job to support them and help them be the best..whatever.. they can be. it’s still novel for me to be in snow, even though we see it a little more regularly with various holiday travels. so not being one to back down from a challenge, i give you a flower with a beard. 