Getting Into The Valentine Mood

      I decided to make a few changes to my blog by getting a Valentine theme going.  I can't
 figure out how to change the color of the blog post's titles, so orange they remain.  If anyone can help me with that particular thing, please let me know.  The orange was pretty neat looking when I had a fall theme going, but now it looks pretty ugly!
   
     The header picture is actually my Valentine decorations for the dining room table.  Most of the things were made last year, but the tiny stuffed hearts and the Valentine Bird pillow are new this year.  Dresses up the whole room when this is all in place.  Once again, as last year, I've enjoyed working with the pretty pinks and reds.

     The pink scarf I was working on is done and on it's way.  A little crocheting was fun to do, and now I'm stitching again and also just now started a shawl.  Only into the first five rows but here's what it will look like when all finished.

The pattern is very easy and it only takes one skein of the called for yarn.  So I thought that in the evenings I just may work on this.  I'll keep you updated on the progress of this.

     A tough day yesterday.  A dental appointment at the periodontist once again, and for some reason the local anesthetic refuses to work anymore.  With two teeth in the back with roots exposed, needless to say, it's quite an ordeal when not totally numb.  Takes a lot out of me and once home, I slept for nearly the whole rest of the day.  This certainly isn't a pretty picture of me below.  I kind of look dead don't I?! I did want ya'll to see how caring Riley is though.  He stayed in the bedroom with me, and when I moved to the couch, he came with me.  Stayed right with me until I finally got up.  I think he likes me!

     One day this week we were outside all afternoon working in a couple of garden areas.  It was absolutely beautiful.  Mr. Bill put a couple of rows of peas in and I weeded a perennial bed.  Come on spring! To think that up in New England they're getting pounded with the storm of all storms right this minute.  Massachusetts! All roads have just been officially closed! Only emergency vehicles are allowed to be out at this time.  I cannot imagine still living in NH at this time.  Keep all of New England in prayer, as there will be power outages and accidents for sure.  Stay in.  Stay warm.

     Just one more snapshot of our cherry tree outback.  This isn't a great one, but will give you an idea of just how much it is blooming this year.

     Now I must let you go my dear sweet friends and followers.  It has been so much fun meeting so many new people.  I'm looking forward to getting to know you all.  Until next time.  Be safe.  Stay warm and last of all, don't forget to "feel the colors".