Image: Social Media Post with lined, torn paper background. Each corner has a different botanical element displayed atop the paper. There is a photo in the center of a countertop with assorted foodstuffs on it. The words above the photo read "Sockmonkey 3rd Quarter Potluck" and the ones below the photo read "Update on the blog". The PCSockmonkey Writers Est 2009 Polly Esther and Pierson Logo is centered at the bottom.
Image: White library countertop above cabinet doors and drawers. Assorted bags of chips, foodstuffs, and utensils are spread out from left to right.
Hi Sockmonkeys!
Well, once again, though we had a relatively small group, we still had more than enough food. It is always such a pleasant surprise to see what people bring with them.
Image: Open crockpot of soup, along with small bowls, utensils and lemon wedges behind a printout of the soup recipe and ingredients list.
Jen Edwards once again brought a delicious soup for us all to try. I actually tried it twice. Once without the lemon, which was so good, and once with it. It was also very good with the lemon and I was amazed how much the lemon changed the flavor profile. I believe I have a photo or a copy of the recipe, so I will try to add that to the blog soon in case any of you might want to try it for yourselves.
Image: Library conference room with three white tables in an upside down U shape in the center. Five event attendees sit at the tables, with the one empty spot being that of the photographer. Polly Esther and Pierson are perched on a brown cabinet in the background.
This potluck had our regulars, plus one, and it was good to see everyone again, especially after it not working out for previous gatherings. We chatted about food, recipes, books, things people have been writing and/or submitting, music, and a few other things. It was fun to learn about a Tacoma tradition called Monkeyshines, where people try to find custom-made glass floats with a yearly theme. (If you'd like more information on this, here is a page with information from the Port of Tacoma about its participation in the event.) The book discussion prompted one of our attendees to volunteer to post on this blog about things he's reading, since many at the event seemed quite interested in learning more and being able to discuss them further. Keep an eye out for these upcoming posts if you're looking for something new to read!
Once again, I realize that timing doesn't always work for everyone, but I do hope to see more Sockmonkeys at future potlucks. After chatting with those at this event and finding that they enjoy the chance to get together for the November Pie Day and Mug Exchange and the December Blind Book Exchange, even when winter schedules start to get busy, I let them know that I will get information out to everyone about those events as soon as I'm able to schedule them. Please look for that information in the future and join us if you're able.
Talk to you again soon!
