Many people know about my love for gnomes. I'm not really sure why I find the little guys so endearing, but I just like the idea of these mystical little creatures appearing in gardens unannounced. I've never personally had this happen to me, but I do own a few of the little guys.

Gnomes are also pretty popular nowadays; evidence of this can be found in movies, television, IKEA stores and even my daily newspaper. Check out this cute little article on gnomes from Saturday's Citizen:


Here is Tony, he's been my own personal gnome for quite a while. He's a little shy and quiet but definitely smart (note the book he carries with him everywhere).