To Be Loved

I cross-stitched this Valentine sampler all the way back

in February of 1985.  I didn't realize how old it was, but it's words

still ring true today.

I love the message on this sampler and the cheerful colors

promising that spring is just around the corner. 

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I dressed the table with a pretty vintage linen and my lovely

strand of pearls.

And of course there has to be candy in some shape or form. . .

and candlelight . . . 

and cupids.  It wouldn't be Valentine's without cupids ~ one

of the cherished symbols of love.

So in this month and season that we associate with love,

let us remember all the year through, that 

"to be loved ~ be lovable".

Linking with

The Brambleberry Cottage  for Time Travel Thursday

French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday

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A Little Knick Knack  for Everything But the Kitchen Sink
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Common Ground  for Vintage Inspiration Friday
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My Romantic Home  for Show and Tell Friday
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How Sweet the Sound  for Pink Saturday
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Bargain Hunting with Laurie for A Few of My Favorite Things