Most artists are not lucky enough to have their very own muse. Not only do I have my own personal muse, but we have been together for almost 40 years.

So, on Valentine's Day, I'd like to say thank you to my muse and offer her a toast of rosé cava at a sunset behind our beautiful house in northern Virginia. (Yesterday was the fourth anniversary of our purchase and moving into the house, so that's something to celebrate as well.)

Here's to you, Hobbitt. Thank you for everything.

And just to let you know how I feel today, here are some birds with a message for you.