things in whatever city I happen to be in. It's nice to have the option to spend the interim weekend at home (many of my colleagues fly too far to even have the option), but I've recognized my limitations. I stay where I am and order more room service :) May, right? You only have a little bit of madness left, and then you can sleep for a week, and your family will become your solace and not your thorn of guilt...in the meantime, I think they might want to become acquainted with Mr. Washie--just an acquaintanceship, really--it doesn't have to be a marriage or anything, but a passing knowledge of how not to shrink their jeans, and maybe your time home will be a little more enjoyable. Please, please, please come back to SF or the bay area at some point in your career. I've been hooked on your books and blog for some time now and am completely BUMMED that I won't see you Saturday. You don't know how tempted I am to cancel a baby shower my co-workers are throwing for me to sneak down and see you. A few are knitters, and I bet they would join me, but the rest would scratch their heads in wonderment even though they benefit from our craft during birthdays and holidays. Have a wonderful time here and come back soon!!!! Hopefully my little one will be knitting by the time you return to our area. Posted by Susan at