I chose purple and lavender to do a quick stitch. This was a freebie found here.
As you can see I did it on a loose weave so I have threads showing through. Oh well... I still like it.
I chose the colors to remind me of a special Valentine way back when I was a little girl in Columbus, Georgia. I remember going with my daddy to buy Mother some Valentine's candy similar. We drove up to the store and went in to buy some candy in a heart shaped box similar to the ones pictured below. He let me choose the color and I chose lavender. Mom kept the box until we both decided it had seen better days and we would remember without it.
This little pillow will be a reminder of a special time.
As for this Valentine's, I am blessed to be married to a great guy and we will be eating out at Whataburger. We decided a while back that we would just eat at Whataburger. We both love it and it is a treat. All the fancy restaurants are always so crowded and with it being a weeknight we especially need to keep it a short evening.
I also got an early treat in the mail yesterday from Meg at http://livetostitch.blogspot.com/.
Just look at my goodies. I had to show you how cute she had wrapped it all first.
And then all opened.
Yep! IT is cuteness! I will be starting on the cross stitch project she sent very soon.
Enjoy your day,
Sandy
I enjoyed your story about helping your father buy the perfect box of candy for your mom, Sandy! What pretty boxes they made back then--I can understand why your mom kept hers so long!
ReplyDeleteYour lavender finish is darling--and a nice reminder of that day with your father :)
Love your giveaway gifts from sweet Meg--enjoy! And Happy Valentine's Day ♥
You know I LOVE the lavender and I remember those fancy candy boxes! They really were special! AND..I love a big old fashioned cheeseburger better than anything else! When should I be ready? heehee! Love your package of treasures. What fun to open! Happy Valentine's day my friend! Give your little one a sweet hug for me!
ReplyDeleteOh, I forgot all about those fancy candy boxes, What a great memory!! I never had a Whataburger, I haven't seen one in my area but if I ever pass by one I'll try it. I love burgers!
ReplyDeleteOh, Meg is so sweet, I love those bird pads and I know you will enjoy the stitch!! So glad you won! Mary
I love the story behind your stitch Sandy. What a sweet treat to pick the box out with your Dad. I used to do alot of things like that with my Dad too and they are such wonderful memories.
ReplyDeleteI had to laugh about Whataburger...we went to Blaze for the same reason. The pizza was great and the relaxed atmosphere is just what we needed. I do love Whataburgers too but ours closed. The one near Michael's home in Texas is the best one I've ever been too.
What a great box of goodies you received from our sweet friend Meg. I'm jealous because I just love that pattern. Happy Valentine's Day! RJ
We've never been to Whataburger. We've got to find one and give it a try. I seldom eat a hamburger that I don't like!
ReplyDeleteI'm saving the picture of your "My heart leaps up" pillow. So sweet. Have a great Valentine's Day (what's left of it).
Sweet memories!! No Whataburger near us but probably in Tampa. Will have to do a search! Happy weekend!
ReplyDeleteAren’t friends just the best??!!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Valentines Day to you!! Love the pillow!
Such memories are very valuable, and something very special.
ReplyDeleteA great gift from Meg - have fun with it.
Hugs, Martina
How nice to get such treat in the mail. Hope you had a lovely Valentine's Day, Sandy.
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xo
Wonderful memories from your childhood.
ReplyDeleteI like your little Valentine stitching.
I found your blog through the 'I Love to Stitch' blog list. When I saw the name of your blog I knew I had to visit. It made me nostalgic for the days when "Home Ec" was an essential curriculum in schools.
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DeleteI am so glad you found me. I am a retired teacher who unfortunately didn't get to teach that most wonderful subject for many years. Upon marrying and moving to a beach community, home ec was a dying subject. I had one friend finish out in that field. The rest of us had to teach other subjects for our careers. I wouldn't change my major though. I loved everything about it and think it needs to be back in schools. I am out of town for the weekend, but I hope to pop in and check out your blog.
Sandy, I enjoyed reading the story behind your color choice for your heart stitch. Thank you for sharing. Hope you had a good meal at Whataburger! You received a lovely package from Meg.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad the package arrived safely, Sandy! I hope you enjoy it. :-)
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