A hardy welcome, Deb..and Joyplace! I am Nancy, from WI. Have only been quilting a year (not quite), when my son was deployed to Afghanistan. To calm the mind, I say, however, since taking up this lil hobbie, am not sure my ind is calm! :lol: Glad to meet you both. If nothhing else on this site, I hope to gain friends from all over! Blessing to you both! Nancy