Srsly, how does that happen when the week appears to drag on and on? All of a sudden, here it is…Friday!
TGIF! Sorta, as this weekend we're expecting temperatures at or near 100. We've been spared the heat box this year and yes, I know, it is "dry heat", but it's like a furnace, a "hotter than hell" blast furnace. Hiding indoors is not an option as I have a family reunion this weekend. I may shrivel and dry up. (Note to self: take plenty of cold water.)
This week I finished Colum McCann's "Let the Great World Spin". The story takes place as a man walks a tightrope between the World Trade Center towers. Another event happens at the same time which affects the lives of several individuals and, while they tell their unique stories, connected and intertwined stories, the reader sees how unaffected they were by the man on the tightrope, despite his holding the attention of the world.
While reading, there has been knitting. A(nother), yes my sixth, Monkey Sock. It's fun, easy and semi-mindless. After six of the same pattern, I've got it down pat. The pattern also works well with Socks that Rock and I had a very old skein (325 yds) of Azure Malachite to use up (the color is funky in this photo). This will be a mini-Monkey (4 repeats on the cuff) so the largish foot can be accommodated without running out of yarn.
Yesterday was Jessa Lu's birthday. Every year, in celebration, she has a contest. This year she's giving away one of her lovely handmade bags AND, she might also give away a skein of handspun...both good stuff. You must leave a comment to win (as per usual with contests) and you can also "drop" my name, if you like. Go wish her a happy one!
Happy hot weekend, everyone, and knit on!
There is nothing wrong with knitting a pattern that you love - especially when it has such great results. Have fun at the family reunion!
Posted by: Carole | July 16, 2010 at 05:15 AM
That is one pretty Monkey...of, and of course (!!!!!) HAPPY FRI(ED)-DAY! xo
Posted by: Suzy | July 16, 2010 at 06:06 AM
Stay cool as you can this weekend. Your mini-Monkey is so pretty! Happy Happy Friday, Margene!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: CindyCindy | July 16, 2010 at 06:11 AM
It's going to be almost that hot here, and it is NOT going to be dry heat. I'll trade. :)
Oh well, it's Friday. TGIF!
Posted by: Chris | July 16, 2010 at 07:28 AM
Try to stay cool -- and have fun!!
Posted by: Vicki | July 16, 2010 at 07:41 AM
ooo that yarn is beautiful!
Posted by: jennifer | July 16, 2010 at 08:10 AM
Beautiful sock. I've knit a few monkeys, but have not yet knit one for myself. I'll put it on the list. Drink your water, find the shade, and enjoy your family!
Posted by: jill | July 16, 2010 at 08:34 AM
Take water and try to eat some watermelon or cantaloupe. Both will be refreshing and help keep you hydrated. Going to be 105F here today. I am not excited.
xo
Posted by: Cookie | July 16, 2010 at 09:23 AM
Love the sock! Have a wonderful weekend at the reunion.
Posted by: Manise | July 16, 2010 at 10:11 AM
Hmmmm...I hadn't considered breaking my own plain vanilla sock habit by turning a pattern into a mindless knit through repetition....that might bare some thought!
Posted by: Kristin | July 16, 2010 at 12:02 PM
I hope the family reunion is wonderful, and that the cool water keeps you refreshed.
xo
Posted by: Sarah | July 16, 2010 at 01:14 PM
Monkeys really are a great pattern. I had to stop myself at 2 pair but i could go back and start knitting more any time. Love the colors in yours.
Posted by: Hillary | July 16, 2010 at 02:27 PM
Thanks for the linky! I added a 4th prize if we get to 150 ;o)
Posted by: JessaLu | July 16, 2010 at 04:07 PM
Love the sock. Don't love the heat. We have it here, too, just not quite so bad. Happy weekend!
Posted by: Laurie | July 16, 2010 at 06:29 PM
Heat is heat. Hope you're holding up! :-)
Posted by: Kym | July 17, 2010 at 03:47 PM
We've had hot and humid - it's like trying to breath oatmeal...
Posted by: gayle | July 18, 2010 at 06:33 AM
Pretty socks!!!!!
Posted by: Kim | July 18, 2010 at 06:37 AM
Hope you are staying cool!
I just got that book from Recorded Books and am looking forward to listening to it. Did you see the film Man On Wire? It is a documentary about the walk and is fascinating. I loved it.
Posted by: TeresaC | July 18, 2010 at 06:37 AM
Love those colors! I hope your weekend was as good as you wanted it to be :)
Have a nice week.
Posted by: Rachel | July 18, 2010 at 09:35 PM
for some reason, my crazy ol computer won't let me comment on your older posts (gack - must stay more current on blog reading!) Your Sprossling sweater is SO BEAUTIFUL! wow. And it is great to see you so healthy again. You look mahhvelous darlink!
great new socks too.
Posted by: Teyani | July 19, 2010 at 10:02 AM