tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post4892102129426688443..comments2024-03-09T00:25:22.754-08:00Comments on City Views, Country Dreams: City Views, Country DreamsFranceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comBlogger45125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-47373239420259027332017-08-06T18:33:37.502-07:002017-08-06T18:33:37.502-07:00Hello!! I'am glad to read the whole content of...Hello!! I'am glad to read the whole content of this blog and am very excited.Thank you.<br /> <a href="https://realmadrid-news-review.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">ตารางบอล</a>sanpiseth40https://www.blogger.com/profile/02877855535800623770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-18167990976343908472017-02-14T13:00:31.532-08:002017-02-14T13:00:31.532-08:00Thanks Sandra! Using the self-striping yarn makes...Thanks Sandra! Using the self-striping yarn makes knitting socks easier and more fun. This time of the year I usually knit one more pair for myself, after making some gift socks before Christmas.<br />I think there will be lots more ways to get involved this year. More motivation daily.Franceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-44493744557372608072017-02-13T16:01:57.588-08:002017-02-13T16:01:57.588-08:00Those socks are gorgeous!
I am so impressed with a...Those socks are gorgeous!<br />I am so impressed with all the marchers. Kudos.Sandra Coxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03814573408898140885noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-51026734384134190232017-02-10T17:50:51.111-08:002017-02-10T17:50:51.111-08:00Gina, I confess that I'd borrowed more books t...Gina, I confess that I'd borrowed more books than I could read by their due dates at the Library. MD's novel has been returned to my reserve request list. I'm now enjoying the Bruce Springsteen autobiography.<br />Finished the wooly striped socks in time for the snow and its afterchill.<br />Ahhh, update. The special GoodFood issue finally turned up at Barnes & Noble and I bought it. I'm still exploring the concepts and recipes, and think it won't be long before I experiment with some new menus. Thank you for inspiring me. xoFranceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-43021540748281343582017-02-10T13:08:22.776-08:002017-02-10T13:08:22.776-08:00I'll be interested to hear what you thought of...I'll be interested to hear what you thought of the Margaret Drabble book as it is one I've thought about reading. I hope you've stayed warm and dry after the snow this week... maybe with some cosy socks to keep your feet warm!Ginahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05689402000429710324noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-16359107026844498612017-02-10T07:15:23.303-08:002017-02-10T07:15:23.303-08:00Thanks so much for your compliments, Helen! I am ...Thanks so much for your compliments, Helen! I am going to be painting some Valentines today...it's still really cold today after yesterday's snowstorm and amazing overnight howling wind.<br />If you are curious about sock knitting, I really recommend Ann Budd's Knitting Socks. It was my key to that particular kingdom. xoFranceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-26554548774136474272017-02-10T07:12:55.520-08:002017-02-10T07:12:55.520-08:00Sarah, that's grand to hear! It is such a bea...Sarah, that's grand to hear! It is such a beautiful book that would enhance any childhood. To have all those rhymes together...and those pictures to look at again and again.Franceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-60320814450592140142017-02-10T04:18:14.913-08:002017-02-10T04:18:14.913-08:00Love your beautiful painted rooster, Frances! And ...Love your beautiful painted rooster, Frances! And your books all look very interesting...I used to love Margaret Drabble novels but haven't read any for a while. Your knitting always looks wonderful...I have never knitted socks but would like to try. Have a happy weekend and keep cosy.<br />Helen xoxHelen Philippshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16085327303967055337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-45235576649575665762017-02-09T11:59:57.343-08:002017-02-09T11:59:57.343-08:00I have a very battered and well read 50 year old ...I have a very battered and well read 50 year old copy of Lavenders Blue from my childhood (my daughters loved it too 20 years ago) SarahAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-41176149652741353192017-02-09T10:27:11.427-08:002017-02-09T10:27:11.427-08:00Thanks for the tip Frances, I might have to add to...Thanks for the tip Frances, I might have to add to my book collection. Keep warm! XAcornmoonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14982884920388966786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-4450339786439561522017-02-09T08:04:38.388-08:002017-02-09T08:04:38.388-08:00Vicki, I truly need more hours in each day! I fin...Vicki, I truly need more hours in each day! I finished the socks yesterday and think my next project might be a lacy shawl sort of thing in a very fine alpaca yarn. Today, I'll be painting some Valentines, and making a curry, while keeping an eye on an impressive snow fall.<br />(I've also got ideas percolating for several embroidery projects.) xoFranceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-43549713928815012802017-02-08T16:56:53.906-08:002017-02-08T16:56:53.906-08:00Love seeing what you're reading . . . and knit...Love seeing what you're reading . . . and knitting. Current events g=have sent me in search of comfort reads. And I'm embroidering as I can't knit.Vicki Lanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08114677510459055768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-65818609728797592862017-02-08T16:56:46.629-08:002017-02-08T16:56:46.629-08:00Jeri, the book is so beautiful! Knowing that my f...Jeri, the book is so beautiful! Knowing that my fabulous New York Society Library will always have it ready for me to borrow is all that keeps me from wanting to buy my own copy. My bookshelves are overflowing! xoFranceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-66902098270690803092017-02-08T16:54:58.371-08:002017-02-08T16:54:58.371-08:00Lucky you to have seen Debbie's paintings up c...Lucky you to have seen Debbie's paintings up close. I so wish to be able to see both that Sussex Modernism show and the Vanessa Bell exhibit. And the Hockney, and a few more besides. Seems like I was just in London...but seems like I want to go back. (Might be because of the daily news over here.)<br />If you do take up sock knitting I recommend Ann Budd's book, Knitting Socks. It completely demystified the turning of the heel and some other sock stuff. And...of course, I'd be happy to answer any questions. xo<br />Franceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-18558218733496093022017-02-08T16:50:56.741-08:002017-02-08T16:50:56.741-08:00Merisi, thank you for your visit and kind words. ...Merisi, thank you for your visit and kind words. I finished those socks this afternoon, just in time for the ca. 10 inches of snow that's predicted for tomorrow morning! That snow will give me motivation for a another walk around the neighborhood. (Do check out Bruce's bio...I think you'll like it.) xo<br />Franceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-65882471028454297312017-02-08T11:39:12.324-08:002017-02-08T11:39:12.324-08:00Hi Frances, The style of the artist on the book &q... Hi Frances, The style of the artist on the book "Lavender" is one which I love. I find my storybook library filled with similar artwork.jerilandershttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07418564262425621746noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-27350716474847994082017-02-08T07:33:36.159-08:002017-02-08T07:33:36.159-08:00Hi Frances, I share your admiration for the artist...Hi Frances, I share your admiration for the artist Debbie George and have seen several of her original paintings which are even nicer in the flesh. She had some paintings in the gift shop accompanying the Sussex Modernism exhibition, they are so lovely!<br /> I have been thinking about trying to knit a pair of socks but doubt my ability to do the shaping at the heel and toe. <br />Roll on Spring and better walking weather. I think I already told you how much I like your rooster. Happy Lunar New Year to you. xAcornmoonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14982884920388966786noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-52580879418045490762017-02-08T07:20:01.072-08:002017-02-08T07:20:01.072-08:00Dearest Francis,
your blog is like a breath of fr...Dearest Francis, <br />your blog is like a breath of fresh spring air on a cold dank February day! I shall try to remember to get ahold of that beautiful nursery rhyme book. Bruce's memoirs too, I would like to learn more about his story. <br />The socks look perfect, a beautiful way to warm one's toes on cold winter nights.<br />Warm greetings from Vienna,<br />Merisi<br />Merisihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16781937797213521146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-7678616844459502322017-02-06T11:56:54.916-08:002017-02-06T11:56:54.916-08:00I am also a Donna Leon fan. She cant write them q...I am also a Donna Leon fan. She cant write them quickly enough for us!Rachel Phillipshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16053924416805878169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-13371345164708393902017-02-06T06:17:30.272-08:002017-02-06T06:17:30.272-08:00Hello Titti, and thanks for your comments. I reco...Hello Titti, and thanks for your comments. I recommend the Springsteen book...he is not just a song Writer! There is also an audio version in which Bruce reads his book to you. xoFranceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-26080029305403226722017-02-06T00:40:15.510-08:002017-02-06T00:40:15.510-08:00Some good book´s there, I would really love to rea...Some good book´s there, I would really love to read Bruce Springsteen biography! Always so nice visiting your lovely and interesting blog Frances...<br />Have a lovely monday!<br />TittiHWIT BLOGGhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06851355663006106726noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-48111113220129400622017-02-05T14:32:47.683-08:002017-02-05T14:32:47.683-08:00Margie, good to hear from you. I also enjoy Donna...Margie, good to hear from you. I also enjoy Donna Leon's mysteries and to imagine that I am in Venice! Thank you for those two other book suggestions.<br />Your friend experienced a bit of our NYC weather variety. I am glad she was able to have a walk in the Park. MOMA is always fun (my membership just expired, and I am debating whether/when to renew...I'll wait until some particularly interesting exhibits are scheduled. Hoping to get to this season's ballet. Always so much to do!<br />xoFranceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-17437947508219453952017-02-05T14:28:42.092-08:002017-02-05T14:28:42.092-08:00Gabri, I like receiving your comments very much. ...Gabri, I like receiving your comments very much. We will need to be watching the news this week...it is difficult to predict what will develop next. xoFranceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08352407314710067616noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-16783827406497637202017-02-05T14:06:46.086-08:002017-02-05T14:06:46.086-08:00Nice to read your post...I m sorry my bad english ...Nice to read your post...I m sorry my bad english I d like write more...I see about Chinese year...today a good news that Jud no acept about stop musulmans enter in USA from Trump...hope a good week for youGabri millecrocettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11841451211269069866noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-28203207265144759.post-1096571289152991282017-02-05T11:31:30.236-08:002017-02-05T11:31:30.236-08:00I am also a Margaret Drabble fan - but I'm a b...I am also a Margaret Drabble fan - but I'm a bit behind on her novels - I will need to catch! I am also now writing down all the books that I've read this year - so far there have been a lot of Donna Leon mysteries - the "Lewis Trilogy" by Peter May and <br />The Mandibles - an American Family" by Lionel Shriver.<br /><br />A friend just returned from a long weekend in NY and we are all quite envious - she walked though the Park, went to the MOMA and the ballet - and even managed a bit of shopping.<br /><br />I managed a bit of a walk this morning and picked up some groceries but it is a grey, damp day in Toronto so I think it will be a cup of tea and another book to get through the afternoon.<br /><br />Have a lovely week.Margie from Torontohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10103835021764804099noreply@blogger.com