Of Yarn & Storytelling

A Few of My Favorite Things – Part 2

Some things in life are simply too good to be kept to one’s self. Of course, as the things around us are the spice of life, apply the following to your own life’s recipe accordingly.
 
Patons Beehive Baby Sport Yarn
I’ve been especially busy this past year filling requests for yarny creations. I like to use synthetic yarns because they are easy to care for as well as light on the wallet. This yarn in particular is so soft and lies nicely on the body so it’s easy to wear. I made my favorite baby sweater project using this yarn in colors Vintage Lace and Precious Pink.

 
 
The Garden Gourmet Restaurant
You know food was going to be in the top 2 of my list. Located right on the South Branch of the Raritan River in Clinton, NJ is a shabby chic restaurant with a menu that will delight your taste buds with a comfort that is hard to be beat outside the home cook’s kitchen. Whether it’s breakfast or lunch, I have never had just an “ok” stomach filling meal. Chef Briellen’s cooking is familiar with a staple of super fresh ingredients and yet she takes it to a level that is above delicious. I highly recommend her dessert appropriately named Pretzel Crack. After you’ve eaten this locally popular chocolate, pretzel and caramel treat, you’ll understand. (Ladies – it’s got the sweet and salty flavors if you know what I mean.)

 
 
Leaving Story Avenue – My journey from the projects to the front page by Paul LaRosa
If you’re looking for a good read with substance but without pretension, definitely check this one out. There aren't many authors these days that wield words with relaxed precision and are deemed as a worthy literary master as is Paul LaRosa. The first few pages of his book are like delicious appetizers hinting at a fabulous meal soon to be served. Rest assured, I devoured it.

 
 
Kindle Fire HD
If you’ve been following my blog, you’ll know that not only did I turn down a gift but the gift was an iPad. At the time, I saw it as too frivolous which has no place in my efficient practical world. I will admit that I wished I hadn’t returned it but Alan persevered and got me a 7” Kindle. It took me a while to get acclimated but the crystal clear screen and the separately purchased cover with keyboard upped the ante in techno competition to the “i” devices. The size is truly portable via my purse which I love because now I can read without having to touch germy all for one magazines at the doctor’s office. I am very pleased with the practicality of this device’s ability to connect to my library system, check out a book and be able to read it within a matter of minutes. Above all, this tablet didn’t cost an arm and a leg or so I heard through the grapevine.