I say "when I want your opinion - I'll ask you for it." I can be sugar-sweet when I say it......or I can be.....well you know. I will ask for opinions, but I'd rather ask other quilters and not family members (except my Hubby - he gives excellent advice) I agree with MelodyWB - creativity can't be scheduled. When I'm in the zone, leave me alone! I'm in the ZONE!!!!!