New England is dotted with mill towns.  The brick buildings along rivers and streams powered the 19th Century industrial revolution. They also extended US political revolution by promoting economic independence from Britain.  Each mill developed and declined as manufacturing moved elsewhere in the US and eventually overseas.  As I explore New England, it’s so interesting [...]

Last night, I fell asleep with a pattern book on my face, clutching a skein of yarn.  Ah, sweet dreams.
It was a sweet time at Rhinebeck!  Spending the weekend with the Tactile Travelers as we compared notes, sampled BBQ in the Hudson Valley, and stopped by the Vanderbilt Mansion.
The Rhinebeck newbies appreciated having Saturday to [...]

I really enjoyed the women who joined the day trip to Shelburne Falls.  We felt that fall was truly here as we passed glassy bogs framed with birch and red leaves, driving up the Pioneer Valley to visit Barb Parry of Foxfire Fibers, before lunch near the Bridge of Flowers.  At each spot, it would [...]

Maps? Check. Snacks? Check. Knitting? Check. Breakfast? Oops!
And so the hungry family rolled over to Guido’s with grumbling tummies.  Never fear, Guido is a walking Urban Spoon.  He jumped in the car and led everyone to Verna’s tasty doughnuts.  
Breakfast? Check! 
She loves new destinations.  A sunny day, clicking knitting, family, friends… that day trip glow [...]