Framed Piece # 1

Yesterday I picked up my newly framed cross stitch pieces.  I had three pieces framed.  They all have a different look and they all look great.  Michael's did a perfect job.

Black & White

Black and white are two of my favorite colors.  They match with almost any outfit.

More Spring to Come...

This time of year is such a happy time of year.  Plants and trees are springing back to life and along with them, our spirits are lifted as well.  Everyday something new is sprouting, blooming and growing.

Happy Easter

My daughter came home from college for the weekend so I surprised her with a chocolate cake.

I tried a new recipie and it was fabulous.  The best chocolate cake ever!  I also made a strawberry tart.

It looks better than it tasted.  The cream is cream cheese, confectioner's sugar, pureed strawberries and almond extract.  The recipie called for quite a bit of confectioner's sugar which made it a bit too sweet for our tastebuds.  I won't be making it again.

Some Mice Are Cute

I like small glass figurines.  My aunt had given these to me.  They have such a great facial expression.  It looks like they are guilty of something.

Potholder

I had the urge to try something new.  A crocheted potholder came to mind.  Quick & easy.

I used 100% cotton

The potholder has a front and a back.  To hold the two pieces together you simply single crochet around the circumference.  It took about 2 1/2 hours to make.

Too Much Rain

It has been raining here for two days.  Not just the usual drizzle and rain, but pounding rain.

I took this picture through the windshield of my car.

I am looking forward to some sunshine!