A Thousand Splendid Suns did not disappoint either. Set in Afghanistan during the Soviet invasion, Taliban ruling and then rebuilding post Taliban this book bares it all. The novel is seperated into 3 parts: In part one you meet Miriam, who at five years old learns she is a hirami. (illegitimate child) Her wealthy father Jalil, seduced a house keeper, Miriam mum and upon shaming his other wives and family moved Miriam and Nana to a shack outside the city. Miriam dreams of living with her father and finally demands his attention not realizing the consequences of her actions. In part two you meet Lalia. Growing up in Kabul with loving parents and her best friend Tariq. She is destined for big things her father thinks, and teaches Laila that school is the most important thing in her life right now. The war however changes things for Lalia and her world would never be the same. In part three Lalia and Miriam unexpectedly are brought together through a turn of events. This story will leave you saddened but with a greater knowledge of what not only the women but the people of Afghanistan have been through. Eagerly awaiting Hosseini's next book. It's sure to be another that I can't put down. T's Pick - T's pick this week is Pajama Time by Sandra Boynton. We have several books from this author, all written in rhyming song. Fun to read and easily remembered as I read it over and over. This is one of those books I don't even need to look at to recite. "Pull on the bottoms, put on the top, get yourself set to Pajama de bop, It's Pajama Time!!" Guaranteed to grab your little ones attention. Knitting- Lastly the knitting! This week I'm polishing off the second sock of another test knit for Jeannie Cartmel. This pattern is called Complicated. Its not really complicated, it just a sock chocked full of cables to keep you on your toes. Gusset here I come!

Today was a lazy day. I went out to get some more yarn (I want to make rainbow arm and leg warmers) and then it started pouring. I came in soaked and got into pajamas, got out my knitting, and turned on NCIS. It's my new favorite show, and I also have a raging crush on Cote de Pablo. Just google her and you'll understand why. She's also just so badass, and I love strong women on TV, instead of vindictive, shallow, or annoying reality show women. I was so very comfortable and it was a lovely afternoon and evening. Also I'm excited about the vintage colors here. They make me happy. I'm easily placated by a cool Photoshop trick.