I got back from the National Academy of Needlearts Seminar late Tuesday night.  I planned on posting from there but I had limited access to the internet there so it just didn't happen.
I have now completed my Teacher Certification year in Nan.  Helen has almost finished her year, too.  We will both be embarking on Level I of Teacher Certification.  We both have a lot of stitching ahead!
The NAN exhibit of needlepoint was lovely.  I felt quite honored to have the Right Facing Camel get an honorable mention award.