And Finally:

The last project that I finished while on our 2700 mile trip (holy crap!) was this pair of socks.  FOR ME.

 Yes, it's a lovely blurry image.

And actually, I don't really like them. The yarn was too splitty. I've found a different method of construction for the toe that I enjoy more. I don't really care for the patterning on the foot.  But I love the ankle height. I love the colors. I love that I learned three new techniques. Learning new techniques is what keeps me knitting. There is always something new to learn, and more than one or two or even 10 ways to accomplish the same basic look.  It's a blast!