Sock Yarn: Hazel Knits & The Wool Dispensary Yesterday was my birthday, and thus far I've received many awesome gifts from my thoughtful friends and family. The biggest gift I've gotten, unfortunately, is also the most unpleasant: a monster cold....much like I had for last year's birthday. The difference? Last year on November 16, I was not only sick, but at the Vet's office learning how to give our newly-diagnosed cat his subcutaneous fluids. So really, this is an improvement, and I am merely experiencing the Traditional Birthday Cold. My parents came to visit this past weekend, which kicked off all of the birthday celebrating. We had many meals out at some of my favorite places (Revolution, Hot Doug's, M Burger, The Handlebar to name a few), did a little shopping, and spent Saturday afternoon at the Irish Cultural Center (which is very close to where I live - I had no idea!) for their Irish Books, Arts & Music Festival. Perhaps i...
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