Gong Xi Fa Cai

Happy Chinese New Year!

 It's Year of the Dragon - my year!

We dragons are described thus if you're into the zodaic thing:

Known as a born leader, the Dragon is the perfect child and adult.  Extremely gifted with luck and strength, this person is usually well respected.  Known as being a perfectionist and idealist, the person under the Dragon sign has a difficult time with aging.  Because of this, you see the Dragon remaining youthful throughout life.  Of all the Chinese zodiac signs, the Chinese see this as being the most desirable year to be born.  Believed to hold some type of magical powers, the Dragon is said to have the ability to fly in the heavens and swim in the seas.  According to Chinese legend, this individual thinks of him or herself as being invincible, often pushing things to a dangerous limit.

Hmm....Well, as to perfectionism, we've come a long way, from this:

 

to this:

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A variety of FMQ in here with Aurifil thread. LOVE the orange... I've never used a thicker than normal thread before - I think I'm hooked.

That's all for tonight. Gong Xi Fa Cai!