Another Monday

It's a rainy day here. Just adds to the dreary feeling that I had when I woke up. But I'm determined to make the best of today. Maybe a drive with the husband to the west of us. Just to get out and see some interesting land would be nice. And a walk, if the rain holds off.

Here's today's yarn bomb. I experimented with a little slip-stitch pattern, although it kind of got lost when the piece was stretched over the limb. Ah, well...It's some color anyway. I do have to say that my pom-pom skills are lacking. Must work on that...

Yesterday, we had some frozen spinach and cheese raviolis for dinner. Instead of boiling them, the husband put them on the grill. I would have never thought to do this, but they were great! I dipped them in some jarred marinara. Very tasty.  The corners of the ravioli got crispy and the cheese was perfect inside, with no leaks (like they always do when you boil them). Success!

Yesterday, I also planted some bulbs that I bought online. Two are elephant ear plants (taro). The other two are ornamental cumin and a canna. They are in pots out on the patio. Here's what my plants looked like last year in the height of summer. I had two elephant ears last year, too.

I really want another potted hibiscus, but will probably have to buy it at a grocery store later this year. That's Ok. I do have the perennial kind in the garden, too. Here's one from last year...

I have a yellow one, too. they get to be about 8 feet tall and full of these big flowers. 

That's about it for today. I added many of you kind bloggers to my blog roll. I have been reading your blogs, and they cheer me up and make me realize that there is a big world still out there beyond my front door! Have a good day!