My herd is up to 10 now, with the addition of three from Shannon Venis a month or so ago. (You might remember her post about us getting them back from a wretched pet store.) All three are doing great, but I do have a question about one of them. Two are albinos. They are the first albinos I have ever seen. The third one is a mitted sable but he has red eyes! Granted I have been out of school for quite a while, but I could swear that albinism is a recessive trait, and consequently, a sable could not have red eyes. Can anyone help me out with this? Two other general notes to make.... The last time I posted I asked what color our little fuzzbutts can see and the consensus was red. I have painted the babies' room barn red and they actually have been spending more of their "free range" time in their room playing. So a big thanks to everyone who told me about color preferences. Also, my four newest additions have all had their shots with no bad reactions. Until I joined the FML I took this for granted. Now it is something I am very thankful for every time one of them needs their boosters. I am thankful for their good health and the wisdom and kindness of everyone on this list. Have a happy and healthy (and safe if you are traveling) holiday this week! Debi and the tempestuous ten. [Posted in FML issue 3243]