Photo Op - Thanks Janet

Last night I attended the book signing at Twisted Yarns.  There is a little blurb about it here.  Franklin Habit was in town last night and today and was hosted by the lovely ladies at Twisted Yarns.  Yesterday was also National Chocolate Cake Day.  WHO knew....

Wait back to last night.  I was able to leave work at 3:45 PM so that I could head up to the store.  I knew that traffic would/could get heavy since I would have to pass by the main arteries leading to the airport.  I'm glad that I made that effort, as there ended up being an accident a few exits ahead of the one I needed and traffic was already building.  I arrived at approximately 4:50 PM.  Since the signing didn't start until 5:30 PM I knew I could get some browsing accomplished....cough, cough....you know yarn came home with me.

I brought home two skeins of ShiBui Sock in the 4013 colorway, one skein of Cascade Heritage in the Bark colorway (5609) and one skein of Punta Lace (Hand Paint - 100% Merino) in color HP66.  I promise pictures will come too but I have not had time to get them today.

Franklin was wonderful.  He is warm and witty.  I was amazed with his steady autographing.  He was concentrated and yet effortless all at the same time.  I think I could have chatted with him and the ladies in attendance all evening.  Thanks to Janet and her daughter for having their camera, I have this to share:



Yes, I did schooch down a bit because with heals on I felt too talk to stand up straight.  And yes, you can tell that I HATE having my picture taken.  Thanks again Janet!  It was WONDERFUL to see you again and a pleasure to meet your daughter.  Oh and Janet, who made the blue sweater ( it looks like a February Lady Sweater with long sleeves) and what yarn did they use?  Inquiring minds MUST know!  Oh, and remind Gail to post her brownine recipe soon....

Friday Fill-Ins 2011-004

And...here we go!

1. Up early tomorrow to attend the car show with SF.

2. I'm keeping to myself today because some mystery bug is going around.

3. Coats and scarves, mittens and boots: things my sister in New Jersey needs these days with the snow storms.

4. I would love a romantic dinner, a soak in the tub and a nice back rub.

5. I'm thinking about brats cooked in beer and sauerkraut.

6. Looking through old magazine clippings I saved I found a picture that will be my first attempt at designing a knitted garment pattern.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to happy hour with SF, tomorrow my plans include attending the car show and Sunday, I want to finish the toe on the "Blame It On Jordan" and get more done on the test knitting that I started for two wonderful ladies!

Friday Fill-Ins 2011-03

And...here we go!

1. So many of us forget to stop and smell the roses along the way.

2. Love endures even in hardship.

3. Those who are accepting of people in spite of themselves make the best friends.

4. My knitting is waiting quietly.

5. Light is in both the heart and eyes of SF.

6. Sometimes happiness can be the heart of all that is ordinary.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to doing absolutely nothing, tomorrow my plans include getting all my chores and errands done and Sunday, I want to knit and watch the Packers move closer to the Super Bowl!

What a Wonderful Way to Start This Week!

Last Friday was such a long and dreary day that I didn't even stop at the mail boxes to see if we had received anything.  It was also rainy and dreary on Saturday.  The only time I left the house was to take Sassy to get her annual check-up.  So, this morning after I was finished getting the oil changed and the fuel system cleaned, I stopped at the mail boxes.  I was thrilled to find a soft-sided envelope there addressed to me from Wendy.

LOOK at what was inside:





















Wendy did a lovely job on the scarf and I love the color.  The bamboo yarn is soft and will be warm enough for the Houston Metro area climate.  The cards are a lovely touch and the project bag will be PERFECT for the 2011 Self-Imposed Sock Club from my stash.

Thank you again Wendy and it was well worth the wait!

Friday Fill-Ins #2011-02

And...here we go!

1. Right now I need a tropical vacation someplace where I can relax and get a tan.

2. Water is what's in my glass.

3. A copy of this letter will be scanned and electronically filed.

4. A warm brownie is best with a spoon.

5. The best movie I've seen lately is a tie between Salt and Knight and Day.

6. Candy I like; Chocolate I love.

7. And as for the weekend, tonight I'm looking forward to soaking in a bubble bath with wine and a good book, tomorrow my plans include taking Sassy to the Vet, watching the Vols and Lady Vols and then the Packers and Sunday, I want to knit and not much else!