... finally arrived. Thought they would never make it and that they mind have arrived in Australia instead of Austria. Wouldn't have been the first parcel that did a detour. I guess, I have to learn to be more patient when ordering from barnesandnoble.com - but it was a long time from 23 November.

I think they're very cute. I know some of you prefer the older types with the inset eyes, but I prefer the painted ones, as they look more natural than the inset eyes. Anyhow, I'm really pleased with them and will give them my niece without a reason. Still think though that it's a shame I didn't have them for St. Nicholas Day, would have made surprise when she opened her St. Nicholas bag.