Almost back to normal

**Sorry if the photos aren't working. Typepad is being funny today. Please check back later.

Today I write my last lecture.  No I am not sad, I am very, very happy.  I like teaching, a lot, but the preparation time to teach a new course is huge and I'll be happy to have the time back to do my regular research work and to knit and spend time with the family and do whatever.  I still have to mark one assignment and the final exam (which I need to finish writing) but we're nearing the end.

I can also tell things are almost normal because I did something I haven't done in a while.  I knit a whole bunch.  I sat on my butt in front of the TV the last two night and knit.  And I have something to show for it.

First, one finished Bless sleeve (and I started the second one) and one finished Craig sock (no I haven't gotten around to casting on the second one).

And, I'm past the centre back on Mermaid (that's the blue line on the right).  It's not as bright and contrasty as this picture, I used the flash so you could see the nifty stripes and cool construction better.  I love knitting this sweater. 

This is the sweater that has my attention right now and I'm hoping to work hard today so I can resume carving out the ass divet (no snarky comments about the size of my butt please) on my couch tonight.  There has to be something good on TV on Tuesdays right?

Comments

[Vicki]

I'll be knitting through a special Tuesday night wrestling. OH BOY! (that was sarcasm) In case you don't know, the pictures don't seem to be working in this post.

[mary]

I just wanted to second the previous commenter's observation that the pictures aren't working. And you know, we are all about the pictures!

[mary]

ps. Did you notice the halo over your head in the picture in your last entry? That was a very nice touch.

[Steph]

Weird, because I can see the pictures. Typepad has been funny today.

And the halo--must be the flying spaghetti monster's aura shining down on me. Ramen.

[Mary]

I am so bummed that the pictures aren't working! I'm dying to see your Mermaid! (well, maybe not dying, but you know...)

[Beth]

Rick Mercer at 8, followed by The Tournament, = 1 hour knitting time.

[Lee Ann]

I'm hoping to make an entire body divet on my couch tonight with some knitting and tv :-) I see one photo but not the other. Mighty productive for only two evenings...brava!

[Rebecca]

Darn! Someone beat me to the Rick Mercer recommendation! :) It's what I'll be watching while I finish my mitten tonight.

[Illanna]

Mermaid looks beautiful! I'm still ooohing and aaahing over that pattern :) Glad to hear you're working on it!

Have a great day!

[LeAnne]

I frickin' hope there's something good on TV because after this day, I need some TV and knitting.

[Dena]

I really love the mermaid sweater, and your's is looking great so far. What yarn are you using for it?

[Julia]

Mermaid looks great!! Very professional. Can't wait to see the finished product.

[Sara]

Your mermaid is coming along... swimmingly? *grin* I love it and it makes me want to put that on my list of projects.

[Mary]

Pictures finally working! I'm loving your Mermaid - and I like your color choice much better than the green colorway I've been seeing a lot of. Great work!

[Vicki]

Glad I wasn't the only one. Just stopping by to note that Mermaid looks amazing!

[emily]

Mermaid is really looking great!

[Liz]

Dude, I just came across your blog for the first time, and your Mermaid looks awesome! I'm working on one in the #1 colorway, but now I'm wondering if I should have gotten that one. Really nice-looking. :)