I finally received my birthday yarn; it's GGH goa in color #34.
I was so excited that I started knitting my sweater right away and am now past the armhole decreases on the back. Unfortunately, after waiting so long for this yarn, I found out that there is a mistake in the pattern and I'm actually 4 balls short. Luckily, the store still has some of this dye lot in stock, and I should receive the rest of the yarn next week.
I also received an Amazon package.
My Secret Pal sent me a gift certificate which went toward Miss Bea's Rainy Day, Miss Bea's Dressing Up, and Scarf Style. I am really impressed by the designs in the latter. Unlike many scarf books out now which are full of garter stitch patterns, this one actually has some original and beautiful pieces in it. Thank you Secret Pal!
So glad to hear that your yarn finally arrived! You've sure had to wait a long time. As usual, I can't believe how fast you're going on the new sweater. If you go quickly enough, you'll have it to wear once the baby is born. You always do such a good job of making things for everyone else so now it is time to finish a project for yourself!
Christina, I'm so glad you enjoyed the gift certificate. It looks like you picked out some fantastic books! I love the Scarf Style book too :) P.S. If you haven't figured it out by now, I was your secret pal :)