NEW SCARF

This is a scarf that I started. It is a simple knit pattern, but not totally "mindless." It requires a bit of counting, but most of all, it demands extra attention when dropping the yarn overs. There are several variations of this design--I selected one with fewer wraps. I am going to try putting the picture and more details on Ravelry.

MIZZOU NECKTIE PURSE

A friend of mine had a Mizzou necktie that she wanted to make into a purse as a gift. Because she had shoulder surgery and could not sew it when she needed it, she "commissioned" me to make it. This was a fun project although a bit challenging because of the wide stripes.

Honor Flight

Yesterday, a World War II veteran friend of ours went on the Honor Flight to Washington DC. Their motor coaches arrived back at the Marriott in Columbia about midnight. The Columbia Fire Department brought out a ladder truck and hung a huge flag from it.
A 90-motorcycle escort group joined the buses at Kingdom City. It was a thrilling experience to be part of the "welcome back" group. Patriotism is alive!

VA Quilt

This attractive quilt was made by Sharon Clark for the VA Hospital Project and given to me to bind. Until such time, this lovely quilt is adding a lot of interest to our living room. As soon as I get it bound, I will deliver it to Sharon to have it in her home to enjoy until it is donated in November.

Last week, I knitted this neck warmer while on a bus trip to The New Theatre in Overland Park KS. It was very quick and easy. I used Yarn Bee Icelandic bulky yarn and #11 needles. I got the pattern from the Internet. It was designed by Robyn Grauer. The buttons are very old and favorites of mine.

Spring is here! Things are greening. A pair of bluebirds checked out one of our bird houses today.

For the past several days, Ed and I have been walking in very strong wind from the south. This evening, we experienced the much cooler wind from the north.