Karen-interesting topic. I started quilting years ago, self taught, not great at it, but really enjoyed it and found it relaxing.
Sometimes I wonder what happened to our craft. Everything is done in fast mode: speed cutting, speed piecing, hurry up. Oh, I'm guilty of this, too-can't wait to start the next projects and I want or have every new gadget that's come along.
I try to tell new quilters to relax and enjoy themselves. If and when it's not fun any more, take a break and try something else. Life is stressful; why would you want a hobby that is stressful? (Of course, right now I'm stressing to get household chores done so I can hurry up and quilt today LOL).
Happy 4th of July!