On my daily explores, I love to come across old stone fences hidden deep in the woods. I have read that there are over 250,000 miles of them throughout New England. The stones are not small; it took a lot of muscle to move them and fit them together into long, thick walls. After 250 years many of them are still standing.

The lovely wood anemone is in bloom. I've been looking for bluets but haven't seen any this spring. They are so tiny and sweet--fairy flowers. They are also known as "Quaker Ladies". I wonder why? Amy thinks she may have found some off the trail today; she's promised to show me tomorrow. Every day on my walk I see a new spring migrant: on Monday it was a blue headed vireo (formerly referred to as a solitary vireo) and today a blue-winged warbler. Walking through the woods after morning lessons is my favorite part of the day. Although really, I love every part of the day best, just as I love every season best, and every one of my children best.


On the knitting front, I have finally finished the body of my Shift of Focus cardi. It's a little big on me. Before I cast on for sleeves, I'm going to wet block it. If it turns out that the size just isn't going to work, I'll unravel it and re-knit it in a smaller size. This isn't as frustrating for me as you would think. I am a slow knitter, a process knitter, I guess, and I would rather knit it again than end up with something I won't wear. Plus, I simply can't afford to waste good wool. I do love the construction of this sweater. The pattern is simple and would be a good choice for a beginner. Those are pennies in the above photo showing where the buttons will be. I saw some pretty wooden buttons at the fabric store a few weeks ago with an interesting squarish shape that I think will be perfect. I hope they are still in stock.