I had no expectations for the day, good or bad. It unfolded with lovely surprises at every turn. I enjoyed special Valentine greetings via text and email, and they can all be read and savored many times. For days we displayed and appreciated a hand-made card from former neighbor Connie.
Neighbor Cindy took me out to lunch, and what a lovely time it was! We talked non-stop about all kinds of things. I picked her brains about dog issues, since she has had much more experience than I have. After we left the restaurant, I realized I had not taken a photo. You’ll just have to imagine a beautiful friend wearing an elegant white blouse and a lovely smile.
Daughter Lise called from Denmark after working in Italy for three weeks. She just finished polishing a Power Point presentation that the head of the Italian division will present to the CEO in Paris. Heady stuff! We were just beginning our conversation when neighbor Shawn brought over Valentine balloons and a card. I asked her to hold the phone, showing that Lise was with us.
I had a lower key conversation with son John $, mostly about weather. He thinks the seasons vary more from year to year in Washington state than they do in New York or North Carolina. He has lived there a year now and heard natives talk about the weather. One season I’ve never experienced is Smoke Season, a time in autumn when wild fires fill the air with smoke that makes it hard to breathe.
Daughter Kate, with recurring bronchitis, talked to us the night before. She probably couldn’t be heard today.
This was one of the loveliest Valentine Days of my life, and I appreciate all who were part of it.
Mehrling Muse 
How lovely! I’m so glad it was a special day for all of you!
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Hope you had a great day, also.
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What a wonderful Valentine day you had. All hearts coming together in love. All hears
All hearts day.
miriam
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What a nice celebration Anne😊
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Most wonderful heartfelt blog post about love bestowed upon you on St. Valentines Day! ♥️💕💘
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I am so very blessed by neighbors, family, and friends. 💜
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Sounds like a perfect day filled with lots of love. You totally deserve that.
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I often bake things for neighbors, but not this year. I had an eye injection the day before. That is stressful, mainly because of taking the bus. I have to be dressed and waiting an hour and a half before the appointment time. Yesterday the bus picked up two other people after me, and I had to wait a while to be picked up. It sucks up half the day.
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There are times in life to step back and let others give back to you. I’m glad you didn’t push yourself to do more than you ought. I’m certain your presence was present enough for all. You can see the love in the pics.
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I was surprised by the day, not expecting anything at all. All the attention was most enjoyable. I still want to do my part, though!
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A visit from Nathaniel with one of his over the top desserts would have been a great touch but you did just fine without it!
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I could drool for a Nathaniel creation. David and I bought chocolate filled crepes for dessert and told ourselves to be satisfied with that.
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What a fabulous day!
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Sounds like a perfect day. You are well loved.
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💗💗💗
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You are blessed my dear…enjoy every moment.
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I am very blessed. I enjoy it and give thanks for it.
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What a nice day. Happy valentine’s day all of you. So beautiful photo. 🌹
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Thank you.
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Yay! Your Valentine’s Day looks and sounds wonderful. You are blessed.
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Yes, blessed is the word.
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You had a perfect Valentine’s Day fit for the Queen of Hearts. That’s a very nice photo of you and David.
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Yes, the day was lovely.
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Wonderful day, Anne! 🤗
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