Welcome to the Quiltingboard. I think you will find it addictive and I am glad you have joined us. There is so much to learn and so many to learn from. I look forward to learning from your 50 years experience. You may not have read the 'newbie challenge' yet. I think you will enjoy it. This is the link:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-38362-1.htm
/Regards, Dorothy