Hello Everyone! Happy New Year!
I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season!

My latest attempt at learning something new has lead me to an interest in knitting. I borrowed a book and some needles from a friend, bought a bunch of yarn and started knitting! My grandkids thought it was hilarious
that I was actually sitting there enjoying myself by knitting. They thought the expressions on my face were more agony than enjoyment! But honestly, it is quite relaxing. The first few sessions I worked on a “practice piece.” The book was easy to follow. But about the time I thought I was doing a good job I would notice a missed stitch or other error. Frustrating. So, I kept working on my “practice piece.”

Then my friend told me that I should make a scarf out of some real fluffy yarn because the fluff hid mistakes! Cool! So, I got some of the fluffy yarn and started making a scarf. I had to put it aside to work on this edition of the paper, so it’s unfinished, and I didn’t make one for everyone on my Christmas list as I thought I might. Oh well. It’s not going in the closet with all my other unfinished projects - I’ve vowed to learn to knit.

I’ve also decided to spruce up my house this winter. It’s a good time to go
out and visit some of the shops featured in the Country Register - this time
of year you can find great sales and lots of new merchandise.
When you visit the shops, don’t forget to mention that you saw their ad in
the Country Register and thank them for making it available to you.
Happy New Year to all of you - have a wonderful 2010!