Before I share my reading list:

Luscious jewel toned scarf. Hand woven in a soft rayon slub yarn.

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Gorgeous handcrafted pieces to show yourself some love this Valentine's Day. Get in the spirit with vibrant pinks and reds, just in time for spring and summer.

Color of the year- magenta coupled with strong black stripes. Basic and bold. Woven with a variegated yarn that add texture and surface interest.

Cream, gray and pale pink. Supplemental ribbons are woven into the warp of this summer scarf..

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Rainbow rayon, black stripes. The perfect pick-me-up! This mobius shawl is one-of-a-kind.

Sending you lots of February LOVE. As many of you know, I'm a reader and audiobook fan. I'd like to share some of my recent finds with you. Whether you're with your sweetheart, BFF or on your own, enjoy! Here are some interesting reads that I hope you'll partake in.
And I want to say, that I am sending metta and support to the Turkish people affected by this terrible disaster. May they find some PEACE.

Awake in the Wild

Mark Coleman

I have been savoring these essays. Mark Coleman teaches meditation in the wild. Check it out at your local library or independent bookstore. I think you'll get something out of his offerings

Read on.

Sustain: 50 Easy Tips for a Cleaner, Greener, Plastic-free Home

Christina Strutt

Some of these tips may be obvious but I did pick up some new ones. Used book sites are some of the best places to find great reads. Find your copy in the link I shared!

Read on.

Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master

Amy Schmidt

This story is a stunning biography of Dipa Ma, a famous Buddhist teacher. Read about how she integrated her life as a mother and homemaker into her Buddhist teachings.

Buy used.

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Under Magnolia

Frances Mayes

Read Under the Tuscan Sun? Well, you'll enjoy this memoir by the same author. I just discovered this audiobook to listen to while I weave and it's read by the author.

Listen in.

Roz and Emily Eat Their Way Through Midwood

Roz Chast and Emily Flake

Okay, so not a book, but thought I'd share this cartoon post as a last little treasure. This goes out to anyone who loves NYC (I'm from Brooklyn!) or gets into food adventures.

Check it out.

In the Pink. I love how this lightweight, flowy, mobius shawl brightens up any day.

Love is in the Air

Sending out hugs and appreciation to each and every one of you. Remembering when I was in elementary school and we all brought in Valentines for each of our class mates....Did you all do that too?

Will you be my Valentine today?

Please share your favorite reads and "listen to's" with me, and any adventures you've been up to!
Be well. - H

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Before I share my reading list:

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Valentine Book List