My admiration for the By the Book Knitters goes way back to when they all read the same book and I assumed had fantastic discussions at their gatherings.
In my fantasies they were very intellectual; maybe even researching the author. Since the time when they began reading on their own, they have a long list of books covering a multitude of subjects, fiction and nonfiction.
When I receive my DFA newsletter, the first article I look for is By the Book Knitters. I check the list to see if I have read any of the same books. Then I look for titles and authors I think would be a good read. Many of the titles can be reserved in our library system. If not, I’ve been known to use that as an excuse to visit Barnes and Noble where I first cruise the magazines and coffee shop and then on to the stacks
Normally I don’t get much knitting done but I’ve read a lot of books! This week I actually attended my first meeting. There wasn’t much discussion about the books being read or the authors but a great deal of knitting was happening and socializing seem to be at the top of the agenda. If you haven’t visited it’s a must!
P.S. MAYO Clinic research reported knitting reduces the chance of developing cognitive impairment as much as 28%. The more you knit the better. The article also recommended the book Out Smarting Alzheimer’s.
