Which blog header do you like better?

May 30, 2013-

You may have noticed…there have been a few changes happening here on the ol' blog.  It's about time for an update!

So, here's the question – which of these two blog headers do you prefer AND WHY?

Version #1:

Version #2:

I'll have more options as I'm still in the process of refining the blog.  Any input you have would be valuable to me!!!