Welcome. I'm a newbe my self but the quilting bug has hit hard. I live just outside of a small town in Missouri (Knob Noster). It is next to Whiteman Air Force Base. Like you my husband is retired AF. I've been married for 4 years and am loving it. You will find this to be your favorite quilting site. Everyone is just so talented and friendly. Please post some pics when you get them loaded. We all just love to see what others have created.