These beautiful flowers arrived yesterday from a friend who I know would be horrified if I mentioned her by name.  But you know who you are ...... THANK YOU!  They have brightened up the day completely!

We're battening down the hatches tonight.  We are in the midst of a severe gale and there are all kinds of noises from outside which leave us wondering what is going on, but it would be idiotic to go out to try and see what is happening.  I'm not sure how much sleep there will be tonight - but looking on the bright side that means more knitting time.