Rebecca's socks are "Carolina Blue" knit of Crystal Palace Merino 5 yarn. this was a lovely yarn to work and a pretty quick knit. These were knit during UNC basketball games - she is a UNC graduate and we watch as many UNC games as possible. The swirling pattern wasn't evident until I took the picture. These socks will keep her feet warm up in Anchorage.
Kate wanted a pair of orange socks and I just happen to have a skein of Tess' Designer Super Sock yarn in the right color. Kate is also a UNC graduate, but already has a pair of blue socks to wear during games. 
We have a new member of our family. Maggie was born December 22nd at Wick's Ski Shop in Exton, PA and, through my sister Peggy, was designated as our Christmas kitten. Maggie joined our household on February 10th and has taken over our home and our hearts. She is such a cutie - one minute running around chasing toys and playing hard, then a sudden catnap. Having a pet again feels so right. While our daughters were growing up we had cats, a dog, and the requisite hamsters. It's been almost a year and half since our Ginger, a beautiful golden retriever, passed away and finally time for a new pet. With the girls grown and gone, and now living in a townhouse, a cat seemed like the logical choice. Here's Maggie stalking the camera:
No more socks on the needles for a while. Our first grandchild, Rebecca and Jason's first child, is due in October and most of my knitting will be for him/her. Grandchild #1 will be born in Anchorage so lots of little wool sweaters are needed - I'm having a great time selecting patterns and yarn, and have already added to my stash enough for six or seven small sweaters.
