In double knitting, the knitter works two panels at the same time. Each stitch has an opposite-colored pair on the other panel. It is easy to switch colors, but the opposite-pairs always switch together. In knitting, there is usually a “right side,” the intended front, and a “wrong side,” the intended back. However, in a double knit piece, each side is right. There is constant symmetry, and every action creates its equal and opposite reaction.
God of stillness and movement, help us feel the earth turning and know a new season is coming. In the meantime, let us find, feel, and rejoice in the pleasure of all our toil. Amen.
Aven Roberts
Student, Austin College
Words for Waiting 