Contestant Data
Name: Gary Abel
Hometown: Etters, PA

Hi-

I am 50 years old and began doing stained glass about 6 years ago and haven't stopped. I have given away more items than I have sold but I do sell some of my work and work part time at a stained glass store, Rainbow Vision, to help pay for the supplies. I love this hobby! I also love to run and stay in shape. I started running in 1987 and since have done approx. 200 races that include 14 Marathons (26.2 Miles). I actually quit running marathons after the first one...the second one....the third one.....etc. It is also addicting.

I have three beautiful children, Carrie, Brandon, and Shalyn. I have two awesome grandchildren compliments of my elder daughter, Carrie, who is going to supply one more in February.

Thanks for this opportunity, my first Stained Glass contest. It will be fun, as is a foot race and it will be rewarding regardless of where I finish.