Imagine coming into your living room and discovering a variety of stained glass parrots. One wife discovered she was in this situation when her husband sprang for a $1,000 surprise lightbulb. You squint at this purchase as each vibrant bird produces a kaleidoscope of light around the room. Squint, yes. These brilliant birds may readily double as a lighthouse beacon on a foggy night. You have to give the spouse some points for boldness even though this is rather ostentative. Indeed, a bouquet of roses might have been sufficient, but why stop there when you might have this? The fixture is the buzz of the neighbourhood, giving their house the moniker "The Tropical Paradise of Pine Street." Sometimes local bird watchers meet outside, certain that the reflected lights draw exotic species. The couple's power bill has surged, but the husband insists that bringing the Caribbean to their suburban living room is well worth every dollar. The family cat is still sure that these glass birds are doing something evil while their youngsters have begun telling friends they live in a rainbow forest.
