Nice weather

[zinniz]

It's quite pleasant out here in Minneapolis. I'm staying at a hotel that's about a mile from work. I took a cab there last night because I was carrying my luggage, but I walked to work this morning. It took a bit longer than I expected (20 min) because of poorly timed lights, but otherwise is a very enjoyable walk. I pass at least 3 gay bars and 2 sex stores on the way. heh.

Tonight I think I may venture over the river to go to Surdyk's, a wine and cheese store. It seems walkable and is also about a mile from my hotel. I'm a little concerned as to whether the bridge has a sidewalk but I can only assume it does, since I must not be the only person who wants to cross it on foot. Yay for cheese.

Last night I got out and took a bus to Creative Fibers. They had a lot of wool and other fibers for spinning but I couldn't allow myself to buy more before I use what I have. I did pick up some interesting japanese yarn that is much softer than Noro and has much more frequent color changes. I can't remember the name off-hand. I also got some size 1 dpn's for more socks. The bus ride was incredibly easy as the transit website told me what bus to take, where to get on, and where to get off. I did have a moment of confusion figuring out which side of the street to stand on to go south though, since the street I was on was east/west at that point. A nice passer-by helped me though.

Today at lunch I intend to hit up Marshall Fields and/or Target to find a white dress shirt to go under my new sweater vest I made. Hopefully I can find something nice on sale.

Comments

[annablume.livejournal.com]

The bridge has a sidewalk, and if you've never ventured over to his side - you should. It's lovely. There's very pretty walking / biking trails along the river and on the island as well.

[zinniz.livejournal.com]

Maybe I'll make it over there tomorrow. I ended up at the office later than I expected today and it was already getting dark out. I think this might be my last trip up here, so I do feel like I should see it :)

[annablume.livejournal.com]

I thought your last trip was going to be weeks ago, which is how you got out of having dinner with me. You're wicked little trick doesn't work, though, because I'm coming to St. Louis next week.

[zinniz.livejournal.com]

Well you better come before Wednesday because I'm leaving the country! (bwahahaha!) ;)