Before the thunder

The Chicks and I were blessed with another beautiful day on the river.

 And it was quite busy today too. Early in the afternoon we watched this ship getting pushed northward...

 and just before we left at 2:30, this one was being pushed southward. I love to hear the wake splash against the seawall after they go by because it sounds like waves crashing on the seashore.

 Barbara B. modeled the shortie anklet socks she made for herself using self striping yarn.

 She bought the yarn from Michael's Craft Store and has enough left over to make a pair of baby socks.

 And this is the pattern she bought on Ravelry to make her socks.

 Debbie wound some yarn so she could make a hat.

 And then she showed us the socks she is making using the shadow wrap short row heel technique. I love that color combo!

 Janna has made lots of progress on her Emiliana Shawl. Soon she will be adding that lovely lighter colored yarn for the mosaic portion of the knitting.

 Annika was so happy to show us how close she is to the end of her shawl. When the last stitch is bound off, she will add a crocheted edge to all sides.

The peace and quiet of the river's edge was suddenly broken by the sound of distant thunder so we decided it would be wise to pack up early and get home before the storm arrived. On my way home the sky suddenly opened up and sent huge drops of rain down on my car but it lasted less than 60 seconds. Now the sun is out again so I just might get out on the porch for a bit more knitting.

Have a good week and keep those needles clicking!