Turning for X-Mas

I wanted to let you know that I'm not dead, I've been really busy finishing up the semester, grading, and working on this table I'm building. I've gotten on the lathe with some nice wood, and really got my finishing down. I'm proud of the piece, but I can't post it yet, as it's recipient reads here occasionally and I don't want to ruin the surprise. Stay tuned for the unwrapping as it were.