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I started a new job, that's why I haven't posted anything new or commented on anyone's blogs. You know those events in life that keep interrupting with the knitting, things like summer vacations, new jobs, drama with friends, etc. So that's where I'm at right now. Here's a status report on the knitting front:

Lace Socks: Finished the first one, cast on for the second one. I hope to finish it by the end of this week or mid-next week, then write up the pattern. I have yet to think of a name, maybe fountain-related perhaps?
Drooping Elm Leaves Lace Scarf: I will probably finish this tonight. I just realized that since it's mostly acrylic, blocking won't do much good. Or will it? I just need to stre-e-etch it out a tiny bit in order to show the pattern better.
Flower Basket Shawl: In the yarn called for, which is a big deal, since I'm always substituting yarns. Call me a lemming if you want. Hey, it's a good way to learn, when everyone else is doing it. That way you get all the tips, the pictures that make you knit faster, the community that encourages.

I'm off to Utah again. Carpooling + long distance = lots of knitting time! And friends + climbing + Maple Canyon = good times. This is the life. Have a good rest of the week!