Once again joining in with Ginny's yarn along.
Looking back at my yarnalong post of 2 weeks ago, I can hardly believe that I have yet
to finish younger son's first sock! But boy, these men socks seem to take much more
knitting than socks designed for my size 5 feet!
I can happily zip along knitting socks for me as I know the size perfectly and a quick
count of rows every so often, and then I'm off again. Whereas with this unfamiliar sock
size I have to keep stopping, finding my tape measure, deciding how much I should stretch
the socks while measuring them and cogitating whether I have reached the desired size
yet, while also having a slight concern in a corner of my mind as to whether I'll have
enough wool for a second sock.
In comparison to the relatively slow progress in my sock, and despite an initial inability to concentrate on Ian McEwan's 'Atonement', I eventually got 'into it' and loved it! I think it
might even become one of my top 10 favourite reads! McEwan gives very detailed
descriptions of everyday happenings and objects, but it all helps to build the tension. I
couldn't understand the purpose of the postscript at first but on reflection I can see now
how it explains much of the story - I shan't say more in case you wish to read it.
Now onto my next book 'A spool of blue thread' by Anne Tyler which has been
recommended by several people - I'm looking forward to it!
And finally, thank you to everyone for your kind comments on my last yarnalong post.
The family/child-related problem was eventually sorted last night, just over 2 weeks after
it first raised its ugly head. Two weeks of stress, albeit it in peaks and troughs, and now
time for some calm again in the family.....
Wishing you a peaceful week
xXx
Men's socks seem to take forever. I'm not sure all the recipients appreciate them!
ReplyDeleteI liked, but didn't love, Atonement. I'd forgotten about this Anne Tyler. I do want to read it at some point.
LOvely cheerful colors they are!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear the calm has come back.
These sorts of problems are so upsetting.
I liked the movie Atonement ;)
I watched the film but I have not read the book, Atonement. Love the colours of the yarn used for the socks, hopefully the 2nd sock will be so much easier.
ReplyDeleteGlad things are calmer now. I have A Spool of Blue Thread on my bookshelf too now, so I shall look forward to hearing your opinion of it. I've picked up Atonement a few times and put it down again, I shall give it a go on your recommendation. The sock's looking good! CJ xx
ReplyDeleteI have started several socks and have yet to finish a single one! I read A Spool of Blue Thread last year and really enjoyed it X
ReplyDeleteGlad family related problems are better - they're the worst kind of problems. Also glad you enjoyed Atonement, really should try it! Still super jealous of your sock knitting abilities x
ReplyDeleteGood to hear things are calmer. Hope you enjoy your new book as much as the last one!
ReplyDeleteLisa x
It maybe taking a while but the colours of the socks are fabulous. I've read a few Anne Tyler books and enjoyed them, although I have not read this one, will be interested to read what you think
ReplyDeleteknitting and reading. Two of my favorite things.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo