

We all knew it was just a matter of time before the plastic surgery craze would extend into the realm of beautification of pets. Mr. Doo has been feeling less evil thanks to those annoying black spots filling in his right eye, and he thinks that the new, Godzilla-lizard eye look is just the cat's meow!
Mr. Doo, armed with a brand-new credit card, located a questionably reputable low-cost plastic surgeon to have his eyes done. He now joins the ranks of other aging celebrities who seek out cosmetic improvements all in the name of fashion and trend-setting.

In the quest to improve statues or likeness of famous people, Ming now graces the eerie fiberglass, characterized likeness of Colonel Sanders, fried chicken maven.
Ming has powers that far exceed The Colonel. She recently stopped a tornado from touching down in Wilson, and directed it instead to nearby Goldsboro. Ming is a Force of Nature, whereas Col. Sanders is merely a man in a white suit with a string tie.
Ming knows the secret 11 herbs and spices to the famous KFC recipe because she is omniscient, and she attended the C.I.A. (aka Culinary Institute of America).
Before clicking away from this page, take a moment to truly stare at the new and improved Colonel Sanders Ming to fully appreciate the out reaching arms that are frozen in air. Is Ming trying to lure you in for a hug, only to chomp down on your neck, killing you instantly? Or is Ming luring you in so she can Kentucky fry you?

Out in the middle of almost nowhere in Laramie, Wyoming, is a giant head of Abe Lincoln. It's kind of spooky, creepy, and just a little disconcerting to come upon this giant Abe amidst the trees.
I wonder how it might look to replace the giant Abe head with a giant Ming head. Some advantages to the giant Ming head would be:

Silver "Sassy McKat", official Shrone Spokescritter, passed away yesterday. She lived a full, sassy life of 16 years, and was a fine companion to my sister and brother-in-law. Whenever I'd visit them, Silver would make an appearance, slinking her way into the room, and then would give one of her trademark sassy vocalizations. Silver had the most softest fur I've ever felt. It was like petting silver. She was a wise Shrone. I know she has gone home to the Mother Ship.
On March 10, 2006, she was inducted into The Hall of Shrones. Her salient characteristics and entry into Shronedom are remembered:
Silver Sassy McKat is the Uknowable Shrone cat of Elle Marz. Silver has kitten fur though she is about 14 human years old. Her photo was artificially created because there is no way anyone could put a turban on her.
She is survived by her feline companions, Stormy and Butter, and well as her human companions, Elle and B.

| Book Name | # Doilies | # Completed | % Completed |
| Pineapple Gallery | 5 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Pretty Pineapple Doilies | 5 | 0 | 0.00% |
| Absolutely Gorgeous Doilies | 18 | 1 | 5.56% |
| Elegant in Ecru | 12 | 1 | 8.33% |
| Exquisite Pineapple Doilies | 10 | 1 | 10.00% |
| Exquisite Doilies | 6 | 1 | 16.67% |
| Hierloom Pineapple Doilies | 6 | 1 | 16.67% |
| Mini Masterpieces 30 Little Doilies | 30 | 5 | 16.67% |
| Victorian Spiral Doilies | 6 | 1 | 16.67% |
| Pineapple Elegance | 5 | 1 | 20.00% |
| Doilies with Charm | 7 | 2 | 28.57% |
| Coffee N' Cream Doilies | 9 | 4 | 44.44% |
| Ultimate Doilies | 8 | 5 | 62.50% |
| Simply Delightful Doilies | 7 | 5 | 71.43% |
| Simple Elegance | 8 | 6 | 75.00% |
| Doilies with a Twist | 6 | 5 | 83.33% |
| Wonderful Doilies | 5 | 5 | 100.00% |
| Total | 153 | 44 | 28.76% |

My 44th doily now is completed from my self-imposed PK Challenge! I've completed my first pattern book of doilies with Glorious from Wonderful Doilies. I decided to "color" this doily by making the pineapples in a contrasting/complimentary solid shade. I used three colors from Valdani size 12: S86, P10 and JP3. There are two different variegated colors and the one solid color. I am estimating that this doily measures at least 16" in diameter.
This doily is going to my Doily Swap partner. I selected this doily pattern for her along with the colors.
I've decided to finish up the two doilies that have been WIPs for far too long before starting any new patterns. I hope to get at least one of them finished before we go on our road trip on April 4th.

Here is my 2nd doily completed for the year from my Self-Imposed PK Doily Challenge! It is from her newest book Exquisite Doilies. The pattern's name is Michele. She measures 15" in diameter. I made her from two solid colors of Valdani size 12 thread: S86 and S79.
I don't yet know who her new family will be as I will have to find a forever home for her. I'm sure I'll find her new home shortly.