“Bette that is the best news. So the place is under renovation or what? When do you plan this move?”

“We just started the renovations at the beginning of this month. I hope to have the gallery space finished by the fall but I don’t want to do your show until after the first of the year. I’ve already spoken to James to see what he’s got booked for you. Of course we want to keep all those commitments first.”

“That’s for sure. I’m not making that mistake twice.”

”Exactly. That would not be good for either of us. I’m thinking a spring show would be perfect. Maybe you can start thinking about a few new pieces that would be commissioned specifically for that show. You and James can work out the logistics and maybe get some input from Rosie. I think we definitely want to keep her on our team. I’m going to use her for some future projects that I already have in mind.”

“Yeah she’s awesome. I want to keep her on board as well. This is such great news. How does Tina feel about moving to the beach; and Angie? It’s going to be such a different lifestyle for you guys.”

“Tina is on board. We haven’t really talked to Angie about it yet but I think she is just happy having us together. She loves the beach and we’ve checked out the area pretty thoroughly. It’s very family friendly. We will be able to offer her so much more than she might get growing up in West Hollywood.”

“This means you’re going to quit CU soon then?”

“Yeah. I won’t be back after the winter break. I’ve already spoken to Phyllis. She’ll start looking for a replacement pretty soon. I will be involved in the selection process so I will be sure that we get someone really good.”

“No one will be as good as you but I couldn’t be happier for you. I already started working on a new collection that I think it will be perfect to premier at your gallery. You’d given me the idea of doing “Angels Watching Over Me” when you asked me to create the angel piece for Angie. I won’t give it all away now because I’m still working on it but you’ll get a preview in a couple of months when I finish Angie’s birthday gift.”