It is hard to believe that in just over a week I'll be on a plane on my way to the International Congress for Medieval Studies, in Kalamazoo. I've been working very hard on my presentation. Last night I got feedback from Robin Netherton,who organizes the textile sessions. She says I am in good shape, and has asked that I begin with a short demonstration of spinning. That will be easy! There are going to be so many interesting papers, on textiles and everything else; I can't wait!