Just a quick check in to let folks know that I'm still here.   I am knitting socks at work, and I finally finished a scarf that I started two years ago.  It was originally meant for a co-worker (from a job where she and I were both laid off).  We've completely lost touch, so I donated it to Bardic Olympics instead.
 Jess
Jess' wee little Iris chose it as her prize, so I feel that it has found it's best true home.