Perhaps once in a century a person develops herself into an extraordinarily rare human being, a combination of discipline and talent directed with love and compassion toward world peace, reminding everyone through her beautiful work that our lives and the nature surrounding us are to be cherished. Edna Hibel is just such a person. For nearly 60 of her 80 years, Hibel's fine art, collectables, and gifts, such as those you see in this catalog, have touched and enhanced the lives of millions on four continents. With her art products on these pages, you can celebrate with the world the 80th Birthday of this rare compassionate genius, and enrich your own lives and the lives of your lived ones for years to come.