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As promised. . .

. . .and in no particular order. . .more pictures from the retreat!







We had such a good time last weekend, I hope you can see it in these pictures. . .you'll also want to check out Linda's blog, she has some there too. We've already started to make phone calls and start planning for next year, so if you're jealous, fear not! We hope to have an even more special retreat for you in 2009--stay tuned for the dates so you can mark your calendars and ask for time off!







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Anonymous said…
Is it me or does this look like Christmas morning? Judith
Anonymous said…
My last comment didn't "take"..Yes, Judith, there is a knitting 'Santa'. In fact, there were several..our officers w/ some help from some of our members. You gals did an awesome job! No wonder I haven't wanted to work all week..Just feel like staying home and knitting and working on some of those kits we got in our goody bags!
Anonymous said…
Uhh...that was me with that last comment.
Anonymous said…
I spied that lovely watermelon yarn on the drying rack. Mine is behind it. Not my favorite but mine anyway. judith

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