It is grey and damp here. Looking at our forecast, we are in for at least 3-4 days of rain! We are supposed to go to Colin's Saturday for a Solstice Party, but I'm betting they cancel due to the rain. He and Mailing are not yet comfortable with folks hanging around inside their house (which I understand). Time will tell.
It does not look like I'll be getting out for a walk, but I did yesterday. This time I walked at Oaks along the Perkiomen Creek down to where it flows into the Schuylkill River. Damage from that horrible wind storm (Dericho) we had a couple of weeks ago was evident. Plenty of debris around. Meanwhile there was a mud puddle along the path and there were scads of tadpoles in it!
I took a brief detour off the trail and walked down the (small) cliff to the water's edge. There is a little sandbar that I walked out on. The water was very calm and pretty clear. When I turned around to climb back up to the path, I saw these tree roots:
So interesting. I saw a few turtles by the water and heard so many different birds. I saw some redwing blackbirds and cat birds.
My floss for the sampler still hadn't arrived, so I emailed the shop. Turns out they are waiting for it to come in - they were out of stock. But...they had already charged my debit card. What? Even Amazon doesn't charge until they ship. I was not a happy person. Luckily I located another shop that has it in stock and ordered from them. Once it arrives, I will cancel my order from the first shop.
Yesterday I worked a bit more on the Hellibore Hitchhiker. I never did get around to choosing yarn from my stash for the next pair of socks. But...I did make another Granny Square and now have completed 25!
And from the other direction:
Woo-Hoo!! I love the way they look together. This group roughly measures 30" square, so I'm going to need to crochet a bunch more (like at least 75) to make a good size blanket. I guess getting started on the next 25 will be on my agenda today as well as choosing yarn for the next pair of socks.
First, however, work beckons. It's Thursday which means I need to run a bunch of financial reports and get them out to the field. Wishing you all a nice and easy wind down to the week.
You see such interesting things on your walks! We came down to MD to pick peas and mow, but it's done nothing but shower since we got here. I looked at weather and thought I could fit mowing in yesterday, but it was not to be. Your granny squares look great, and incentive to crochet more. I'm glad you didn't quit like you were contemplating in the beginning!
ReplyDeleteWe have a pair of catbirds that hang around and I just love them. They are such "chatty" little birds! Your squares look so awesome!! Well done!
ReplyDeleteWow, 25 already! You've really gotten to like crocheting those; I can tell. Good for you.
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely a Catbird Summer. They seem to be everywhere all of a sudden. They and the Robins have really taken over.
Oh, how I love to watch tadpoles when a kid! The granny squares look so good-I'm so glad you stuck with the idea! Hope today goes smoothly for you!
ReplyDeleteThose crochet blocks are so lovely!
ReplyDeleteI love catbirds - when I was little, though I thought they were imaginary, as I pictured cats with wings ...
Hello, a nature walk is fun, something always to see. The catbirds have been so loud lately. Your 25 granny squares look pretty together. I see rain is coming, I will be staying inside and reading more. Enjoy your day!
ReplyDeleteI haven't seen tadpoles in years! Catching them was a favourite activity growing up. We always had a jar of tadpoles this time of year.
ReplyDeleteThose blocks are looking fabulous!
Sorry for the possible cancellation of the solstice party!
ReplyDeleteOh my, I haven't seen tadpoles in years!! So fun! Loving your crocheted squares. :)
ReplyDeleteChurches are now allowed to meet w/o any restrictions, but I’m not quite at that comfort level. I’ll continue to worship at home. I enjoy all the photos you take on your walks. Love the tree roots.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing all those granny square together!
ReplyDeleteI think your granny squares will make such a classic blanket! Your HH is getting prettier by the day, too. I hope that puddle doesn't dry up and all those tadpoles will die. Maybe you should go with a net and toss them into the bigger water? ((hugs)), Teresa :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice area to walk. I'm sure I would take a tumble along the way. We are forecast for rain, still waiting!
ReplyDeleteI like the squares so much! I"m sorry about the rain. It sounds like you're getting the rain we've had all week. 4 1/2 days worth. I'm glad the sun came back today.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Betsy
Whoo hoo for the Granny Squares. They are so much fun. Sounds like you are in for some rain. We had rain here yesterday so today is humid with more rain on the way.
ReplyDeletebeautiful squares and I love seeing them all together!
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