Carole Knits

october zinnia
october zinnia
martinis with a view
martinis with a view
gettysburg fence for
gettysburg fence for
germinate shawl on rocks
germinate shawl on rocks
field of flags 2
field of flags 2
color affection with edge
color affection with edge
cedar leaf shawlette 2
cedar leaf shawlette 2
3_27_2014
3_27_2014
3_18_13
3_18_13
2_24_2014
2_24_2014
1_11_13
1_11_13
peony-bouquet-for-carole-knits
peony-bouquet-for-carole-knits
dale-and-jackie-for-carole-knits
dale-and-jackie-for-carole-knits
nightshift-progress-for-carole-knits
nightshift-progress-for-carole-knits
  • Home
  • Carole Julius Photography

Utah 2012, Part the Second

October 11, 2012 By Carole

Ready to hear about the rest of my stay in Utah? Let’s go!

Saturday morning we were up early to head to Alta Lodge for the Rocky Mountain Knitters Retreat. We arrived in time for a delicious breakfast, checked into our rooms, and then headed for the deck to spend our time knitting. It was gloriously warm and I cast on for Wandering the Moor with that new Madeline Tosh.

At lunch time we were served beer – another local one for me – and yummy sandwiches and the afternoon began to pass all too quickly.

We knitted and chatted away, took a break to shoot some fun photos of our newly completed shawls (you already saw mine last week) and by 5pm we were ready for cocktails and cheese and more conversation. This was all followed by a delicious dinner, more cocktails and conversation, and then bed.

Sunday started with an amazing brunch and then Bloody Marys. There was more knitting and chatting but Kym’s departure was weighing heavily on all of us. I spent the early part of the afternoon tracking the Patriots game on my iPad and then continued to track it  – and screech at the climbing score of the Pats – as we headed to the airport.

There were quick hugs goodbye and I’m pretty sure both Margene and I felt a bit bereft as Kym walked towards that departure gate. We rallied, though, since we still had time together, and the rest of the evening was passed in fine style. Margene and Smith made us a delicious dinner, which we shared with Cheryl and her husband. There was, not surprisingly, more knitting and conversation.

Monday morning was spent relaxing but then at lunch time we met up with Cheryl, toured Smith’s garden, and went to Lone Star where I finally got to have their awesome fish tacos. We visited the library and then headed to downtown Salt Lake City where we toured the temple grounds and walked the streets for a bit.

The flowers were amazing and it was a glorious day to explore the city with my friend. We toured another canyon and then rested up a bit before a wonderful sushi dinner where we were joined by Margene’s friend Shelley, who is so much fun and such good company. It doesn’t hurt that she drives a fancy sports car, either, and we ended the evening touring some of Salt Lake City’s posher neighborhoods in style.

All too soon it was Tuesday morning and time for me to head to the airport. I was anxious to see Dale but terribly sad to leave Margene and the mountains. Still, I boarded that plane full of awesome memories and content with all I had done and seen. I’m already planning my next trip and I sure hope that one includes Dale.

 

Related posts:

Default ThumbnailSalt Lake City: Day 5 Default ThumbnailUtah 2012, Part the First Default ThumbnailUtah ’07 Default ThumbnailUtah: Day One
« Utah 2012, Part the First
Eye Candy Friday »

Filed Under: Bloggers, Vacations

Comments

  1. Kym says

    October 11, 2012 at 7:02 am

    Such a wonderful time! So happy I had a chance to share it with you.

  2. Geri says

    October 11, 2012 at 7:31 am

    What a wonderful visit! The western mountains never cease to amaze me though I see them on the other side of the Continental divide 🙂

  3. Kim says

    October 11, 2012 at 7:42 am

    Beautiful pictures and beautiful company…..it doesn’t get much better than that!

  4. Donna says

    October 11, 2012 at 7:59 am

    The scenery is so much different than here in New England. You must have loved taking your runs out there! And all of your shawls – gorgeous. There’s nothing like spending time with knitting friends.

  5. Jo-Ann says

    October 11, 2012 at 8:01 am

    Sounds like a perfect little girls’ get-away! When you go back with Dale, think of all the lovely things you’ll get to share with him 🙂

  6. margene says

    October 11, 2012 at 8:38 am

    You take such great pictures and they all bring up wonderful memories of last week. Can it be it’s been that long since you were here? It was wonderful to share my city, my home, and my mountains with you and Kym.

  7. Robby says

    October 11, 2012 at 8:58 am

    Sounds like a grand time was had by all! But you’ve left us wondering what some of those other gorgeous knits are in the group shot. We are knitters after all. ;^)

  8. Stephanie says

    October 11, 2012 at 9:05 am

    It looks like a fabulous and fun trip. I wish I’d been there too.

  9. Doris says

    October 11, 2012 at 9:30 am

    Sounds like a perfect get-away. I am glad you had such a good time.

  10. Cheryl S. says

    October 11, 2012 at 9:35 am

    It would be awesome if you brought Dale out for a visit.

  11. Jo says

    October 11, 2012 at 10:58 am

    It sounds like a near perfect weekend! What am I saying–perfect! What fun!

  12. JessaLu says

    October 11, 2012 at 12:17 pm

    Soubds like a wonderful trip! I’m glad you had a great time! (and nice bags! ;o) )

  13. Debbie says

    October 11, 2012 at 2:27 pm

    I lived in the Salt Lake City area for quite a number of years and even graduated from the University of Utah. My oldest two children were born in SLC so your lovely pictures brought back many good memories. Thanks for sharing. Sounds like you had a lovely time.

  14. Beverly says

    October 11, 2012 at 2:42 pm

    Thanks for sharing your fantastic trip!

  15. Brenda says

    October 12, 2012 at 1:56 am

    I have knitting retreat envy! Your pictures are beautiful—thanks for sharing them with all of us. Are you going to show us the yarn you bought? (You know that is what we’re REALLY here to see!)

  16. Hillary says

    October 12, 2012 at 9:56 am

    That sounds like so much fun!

  17. Kathode Ray Tube says

    October 13, 2012 at 12:54 pm

    What a wonderful trip! I have been to national parks in southern Utah, but not to SLC. It looks lovely. Are you planning to attend NYSW? I am going Sat. for the day and would love to meet you if are attending.

  18. jill says

    October 14, 2012 at 3:26 pm

    It looks beyond-fun, Carole. And you have really captured the wonderful colors found in the Utah mountains.

Archives

carole AT caroleknits DOT net
my read shelf:
Carole's book recommendations, liked quotes, book clubs, book trivia, book lists (read shelf)

2020 Reading Challenge

2020 Reading Challenge
Carole has read 5 books toward her goal of 75 books.
hide
5 of 75 (6%)
view books

carolejuliusphoto

One last turkey dinner by the Christmas tree. I sw One last turkey dinner by the Christmas tree. I swear we are taking it down tomorrow. Yep. I swear. #turkeydinner #dontjudgeme #mychristmastreeisstillup #saturdaynightathome #saferathome
It’s been a hot minute since I shared a Friday N It’s been a hot minute since I shared a Friday Night Snacks photo so here we are. Cheese and crackers, salami and grapes and apples, and witty cocktail napkins ... nothing has really changed, friends. #fridaynightsnacks #thosenapkinsthough #martinitime #cocktailhourathome #cheeseandcrackers #happyfriyay #helloweekend
On Fridays we bake. #attaboyjack #nanalife #baking On Fridays we bake. #attaboyjack #nanalife #bakingwithjackie  #bakingbrownieswithlove
A rainy Saturday morning, the perfect excuse to dr A rainy Saturday morning, the perfect excuse to drink coffee and read in bed. #rainysaturday #cozyvibes #readinginbed #mudandyarn #christmasbedroom #ignoringmytodolist
Amaryllis Watch 2021 continues. Getting very close Amaryllis Watch 2021 continues. Getting very close now, I think. #amaryllis #amarylliswatch #waitingtobloom #amaryllisvelvetnymph
Amaryllis watch 2021 is on! #amarylliswatch #white Amaryllis watch 2021 is on! #amarylliswatch #whiteflowerfarm #amaryllisvelvetnymph #winterblooms
If there’s one thing the pandemic has been good If there’s one thing the pandemic has been good for, it’s my sourdough game. I actually started learning about making sourdough bread a week before the stay at home orders thanks to @sprboston as he shared his starter and recipe and technique with me. Since then I have kept Mama Cass fed and alive and have baked many loaves of bread. This one might be my best one yet. I did the final proof in the fridge for 24 hours and baked it from its cold state. Great spring and ear and crumb, it was delicious with dinner tonight. #sourdough #sourdoughbread #lookatthatcrumb #lookatthatear #homebakedbread #imadeitmyself #homemadeisbest
Nothing melts my librarian heart like taking my gr Nothing melts my librarian heart like taking my grandson to the library to pick out books. #nanahasakey #librarytime #readtoyourkids #attaboyjack #nanalife
Scenes from our dinner last night. There were only Scenes from our dinner last night. There were only 2 instead of our usual 8 and I missed my crew. Still, it was special to have my guy all to myself and we enjoyed an evening of good conversation, lots of music, and a few dances, too. GoodBYE 2020, Welcome  2021! #happynewyear #capresesticks #bakedstuffedshrimp #filetmignon #cocktailhourathome #dinnerathome #newyearsevedinner #thosenapkinsthough #imadeitmyself
My Instagram #topnine for 2020. Sure is a lot of D My Instagram #topnine for 2020. Sure is a lot of Dale. Good thing I love him! #topnine2020 #instagramtop9
When a very kind neighbor texts you and says, I ha When a very kind neighbor texts you and says, I have French onion soup and I’d like to share it ... you say YES! And when it turns out to be much more than soup but also crocks and bread and cheese and garnish ... you say, I sure am lucky to be part of this community. Thank you, Deb, from the bottom of our hearts. #homemadesoup #frenchonionsoup #kindneighbors #buildingcommunity
For the first time ever I have made ROUND Swedish For the first time ever I have made ROUND Swedish rye bread, ridges and all! That’s right, my local friends, no more stalking the Italian Kitchen for their bakery order to arrive, I can do it myself! Medwurst sandwiches forthcoming! #swedishryebread #limpabread #vörtlimpa #swedishchristmas #homemadeisbest #roundrye
God Jul! #godjul #happysolstice #welcomethelight # God Jul! #godjul #happysolstice #welcomethelight #glugg
Totally in love with our Christmas bedroom! #chris Totally in love with our Christmas bedroom! #christmasbedroom #christmasallthroughthehouse #christmaspillows #christmasbedding #letsstayhome #cozychristmas #letsstayinbed
Tonight at our house it’s sushi and Scrooge! #su Tonight at our house it’s sushi and Scrooge! #sushitime #tatamieastbridgewaterma #sushifordays #watchingchristmasmovies #achristmascarol #georgecscottisthebestscrooge #tistheseason
That’s a lot of trees! #christmascookies #spritz That’s a lot of trees! #christmascookies #spritzcookies #swedishchristmas #homemadeisbest #cookiebaking
I’ve had it for 33 years and it’s still one of I’ve had it for 33 years and it’s still one of my favorite ornaments on the tree. #wheatoncollege #christmasorbaments #wheatoncollegema #christmasbaubles
Of course I made lussekatter for St. Lucia Day. Di Of course I made lussekatter for St. Lucia Day. Did I post the photo I took, though? Nope! I forgot until today but here they are, a day late but definitely not a dollar short. #stluciaday #lussekatter #saffronbuns #swedishchristmas #swedishtraditions #christmasfood #lussekatt #homemadeisbest #julbak #godjul
I may be a shiksa but I can still make good potato I may be a shiksa but I can still make good potato latkes! Happy Hanukkah, my friends! #potatolatkes #happyhannukah
Happy December Friday, friends! #fridaynigntsnacks Happy December Friday, friends! #fridaynigntsnacks #martinitime #cheeseandcrackers #choppedliver #thosenapkinsthough
Load More... Follow on Instagram

Subscribe to Blog via Email

Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email.

Categories

ABC Along Adventures of Dale and Carole Birthdays Bloggers Books Charity Knitting Contests Eye Candy Friday Feeling Crafty Fiber Festivals Food Good, Bad, Ugly Hmmm Knitting Knitting Olympics Macro Monday Memes Monday On My Mind Movies One Little Word Photography Project Spectrum Quilting Random Read With Us Reenacting Run For Your Life Saturday Posts Selfies Show & Tell Sock Knitting Spinning Sunday Funnies Swaps Ten on Tuesday Thankfulness That's Life Think Write Thursday Three Things Throwback Thursday Thursday Things Uncategorized Vacations Wordless Words in the Wild

Copyright 2014 Carole Knits · Log in