Monday, October 13, 2008

Wrapping up in the South

Hello everyone!

I am told that it is snowing in Petro already, but I have purchased a large, heavy coat. I am hopeful therefore, that I will be warm and happy. I may also purchase a furry hat, as I am told that they are the height of fashion in the winter. I am also told that -40 C is, indeed, very cold. It won't be that bad during my visit next week, but there should be some opportunity nevertheless to see snow at last, and hopefully walk in a snowy wood.

I am having much trouble and travail finding good yarn, which is not something I had expected. The best I have found so far is some really thin 50% wool stuff from China. It is reasonably inexpensive, and when doubled up is comparable to yarn of reasonable quality, though it will be a while before I can evaluate its warmth.

When I and my host mother came to the yarn stall, the guy behind the counter couldn't sell us anything since he was just watching the stall for his fiance. She had gone to show somebody something, and we expected her momentarily. We ended up waiting for 15 minutes or so for her to return, but I did get a reasonable price on the yarn.

Time is still compressed. Going now.

My phone number is 8777 165 1439. I am not charged for incoming calls, though of course it is quite a long-distance call for all of you. Please keep in mind the time difference. I get up at about 7 here, and go to bed at 10 or 11.