>>There is a subtle but definite difference between the typical ball (rounded ends but a flat middle) and a proper sphere in creation, shape, and performance.<<

Perhaps I will give both a try, for comparisons sake. I haven't made any spheres yet, just the hyperbolic Christmas balls.

>>Well, you validated my vocation for the day. :D<<

Yay! I always seem to learn such interesting things from your poems and our conversations. It's awesome :D