Making something that takes so long to complete can be heartbreaking if the other person doesn't appreciate it. I know. I made one for my Mom about 10 or 11 years ago. It was a Mothere's Day gift. I used hexagons like in the grandmother's flower garden pattern and in the center of each 'flower" was a family picture. That quilt has never seen the light of day since then. I am sorry yours wasn't appreciated. That hurts I know. But move on; plan your next project and go from there. The hurt will ease up over time. I don't mean to say you will forget it, but you will rise above it.