The changes have made a big difference for me. Now I am earning marbles quite regularly. Although, I have not seen a party since the changes were made. Has anyone else noticed this?

Unfortunenately not. I tried my Hallmark today. I couldn't find any, so I got a Caring Valley Pet.

Jeff bought me two Zummies today. They are in but I don't understand it all. Great they will ask more often for food and toys...what to do if you can't buy any more?

You can use kinzcash to buy food and toys. I have found having one of each food and each toy in the dock helps because you don't have much time to get the item and drag it to them when they want it. It's like taking care of a toddler!!!