Today is just a half-day at work, and there are no students. We're having a big meeting in the morning followed by departmental meetings for faculty, which means -- because I am not faculty -- I will be catching up on mundane tasks in the library. So all in all, a quiet day, which is a good thing.
Even better, I will finally be able to shave my freaking moustache! Woo hoo! We're taking our Movember group photo this morning, and immediately after that I'm taking a razor to my upper lip. I dislike my moustache less for aesthetic reasons than because I find it incredibly uncomfortable -- itchy, tickly, sensitive to every breath and every whisper of wind.
Also, I think it makes me look older.
Which means probably by the time you see this photo -- and you all asked for it, remember, so I am delivering even though I hate blogging pictures of myself -- the moustache will be history and I will be back to normal. Whew.
This afternoon Dave and I are taking off for Turkey. Olga will stay a few days at her kennel, which is already making me feel guilty. Blogging tomorrow from Istanbul, just in time for Turkey Day!
(Top photo: Neon sushi on a quiet alley in Mayfair.)
I love this photo of you! You look perfectly kind and very handsome. Have safe travels in Turkey, and please take lots of photos.
ReplyDeleteI love seeing your face, and yes, you have kind eyes.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Elizabeth and Angella. You look distinguished, kind and approachable, which is probably why you can get away with taking photos of strangers in the street.
ReplyDeleteI think it makes you look quite dashing!
ReplyDelete1. You have a beautiful face.
ReplyDelete2. Don't feel guilty. Olga will be fine.
3. Have big fun and travel safely!
Have a wonderful trip! I can't wait to read about it.
ReplyDeleteI like the stache! But I understand wanting to get rid of it :)
ReplyDeleteHope you're having fun!
You look nothing like the kid who used to chase me around the dining room table.
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