although it seems to have run into a few problems with ebay, the kim family auction will resume bidding by this weekend. it's a wonderful opportunity to get design objects that go to a great cause. if you do not remember, james kim and his family were stranded in their car over thanksgiving and he passed away, braving the elements and trying to save his family.

the image is of stephanie barnes' owl & pussycat...in their beautiful pea green boat.