Finally

Still not that much to really TALK about . . . knitting, spinning, going to work, reading books . . . all of that usual stuff.

But on the plus side, it finally feels like Spring. Low 70s. Sunny. Blue sky.

How nice was it? Well, Chappy not only got a walk today, he got TWO.

I even brought my camera to take a few pictures of two of the pretty trees in the neighborhood.

The first one? I have no idea what kind of tree this is, but I love that spray of fanning branches reaching upward. It looks lovely when it has leaves, mind you, but I think I like it best when you can see the framework.

The other is a magnolia tree, ready to burst into bloom. There are several magnolia trees in our neighborhood, but this one is right at a corner, so that you practically walk right underneath it . . . making stealing a photograph or three very handy (grin).

And then, look what I got in the mail today! A note and a consolation prize for Chappy's adorable feet from Laura over at JenLa. Aren't they cute? One of them was unfortunately broken in transit, but so what? They're cute anyway, and really, considering Chappy didn't actually win . . . who cares? Thank you, Laura!

Did you know the Interweave Knits Summer preview is up?

Did you see Indigo Muse's "Project Hokie Hope" to support the VA Tech's victim's families?

I'm even more glad than ever that I cook Chappy's food myself. I do use a food mix from Sojourner Farms (they make them for dogs and for cats, incidentally), but I trust their ingredients and know exactly what kind of meat and protein and extras my dog is eating. With the news lately, that makes me feel much better.

Please head over and wish Liz a happy birthday tomorrow, huh? She's even giving out a prize!

Now there is one other thing that came today. My copy of "Teach Yourself Visually: Handspinning." I've only flipped through it so far, but it looks like a fabulous resource--great, clear pictures of everything, lots of details, very thorough. At least, at first glance, you understand, but it doesn't look like it's going to be disappointing, you know? It looks great.

Have a good weekend, everyone!

Comments

[Marcia Cooke]

It is amazing how different things are where we live, at 500 feet above seal level, and where my husband works, twenty miles south and at sea level. I met him for lunch today and went from winter to spring in one day! Unfortunately, it still wasn't spring here when I got home....maybe tomorrow! BTW...there is no way anything that Judith MacKenzie McCuin puts her name to could be "disappointing". Just saying.

[Chris]

Ah - lovely weather and sunshine - yay!! I got consolation markers from La, too! :)

Yeah, I'm glad May's eating a human-grade grain-free food - hopefully Chaos does ok on it now, too...

[Teyani]

Thanks for the heads-up about the Interweave Knits updates - how fun!
I just placed my order for Judith McKenzie McCuin's book . I can't wait for my copy to arrive!

[Eva]

oh that book looks like something that I MUST get :)

Cheers, Eva

[Lizzy B]

Awww, Thanks Deb! :) It's nice of you to think of me! Looks like the IK summer issue will have a lot of nice projects in it.

[Jessica]

I was taking pics of trees on my way to work this morning. Spring might finally be here! :) I'm going to have to look into that food link more. This whole thing is starting to make me nervous for Simba too. And I'm so jealous that you have the Handspinning book already! Glad to hear it looks like a good one. I'm definitely going to have to get my hands on it soon. Have a great weekend!

[Paula]

Sounds like the weather here. but the trees are all leafed out, especially the Japanese magnolia. I get to see blossoms again on more northern blogs. Cute prize.

[Kim]

This weather is so awesome, I haven't turned on the computer all weekend (it is now Sunday night). Magnolia trees are one of my favorite trees. How do you like the visual spinning book? I've been thinking about ordering it.

[Tanya]

Thanks for the Project Hokie Hope shout out. I'm learning to appreciate that my blog friends are quite wonderful people :)

Tanya