In a message dated 12/25/2004 1:46:29 P.M. Eastern Standard Time, [log in to unmask] writes: Traditional architects should design hoola hoops, the most important toy type in America. Children not otherwise exposed to elegant design would be given a vision of the glorious future that is open to them in the architectural professions. It would indeed be great if Mattel would sponsor it. And masonry contractors should build hula hoops from found rubble stone for nothing, electricians should wire them pro bono, coffee shop owners should pour free coffee on them (either the hula hoop, or the user; you can pick), and newspaper reporters should write about the whole mess for free and then post it on the internet. Plus personally deliver handwritten copies to all households without DSL service. That should make Mr. Plato Cyborg happy. He's not the only one with ideas. Ralph