The Pursuit of the New

We began the year a few new experiences. In the order to promote a communal social outlet for us, a couple together for 26 years, we tried out hand (feet, actually) at Contra-dance. For those who have no idea what this is, don’t despair, we didn’t either. You can read about it here. I’m here to say that it was a lot of fun, poor dancing aside. We learned that we need to pack a cooler of water and Tom needs to pack an extra shirt. It was quite the workout.

Erik has passed his exam and now holds a restricted license to operate a motor vehicle. He has had a lesson in the Ford F150 and our very patient neighbor, Kathy, has offered to teach the finer points of driving a stick shift. This is my transmission of choice.
As for the knitting, there has been much. I have completed the sleeve for the Split Cable top. I ham happy to report that I was able to track down 5 balls of DB Cotton Silk Aran, courtesy of a yarn shop in the UK. I am probably the future proud recipient of the last 5 balls of the color needed on the planet! So, there will be a completion!
I knit on the Lady Eleanor when in transit or at the movies. I am ashamed to say that I cast on another sock, albeit it is sock 3 in the 2006 STR subscription, Tatiana’s Revenge. I have questions but unfortunately it will cost me $200+ to get them answered. That is the price to knit socks for a year if you want to be in the “club”. My logon for the KAL information was quickly revoked upon the expiration of the 2006 membership. (Pssst, maybe they know that I joined Petals...) So, no questions can be posted. I’m on my own and Blue Moon is experiencing tech issues and throwing rubber chickens at the back of my screen.
My cynical tone to this post comes courtesy of Scout. Her Cosmopolitans are truly “kick-ass”. The recipe made 2 (all mine) and just a bit more to top off the second glass. Scout, I salute you and my liver thanks you. Actually, I think my writing improves when under the influence...at least I amuse myself.
A special thank you to Lisa for going Geocaching with me this morning. Fun fun.