Hi Chris, sorry for the way you were treated. You will find a place that will accept you. Just keep trying. Please don't give up. I have problems with reading instructions sometimes, I am more of a visual person. When I have a problem I go to my local Joann's in Taylor, MI where they have quilting classes and club. Gloria there is the best instructor and has helped me tremendously. The Quilting Board has also helped more than they all know, with their tutorials and suggestions. I am just starting to help my 2 grandsons ages 9 and 12 to quilt. The 12 yr old has his quilt squares on the design wall at this time. I can't believe how well he can see, and understand color, and coordination of the different color blocks. Another grandson is 14 and made a rag quilt during the summer at camp. I will teach them whatever I can, as long as they want to learn to quilt. Hopefully there will be 3 more young men in the quilting world in the future. :D :D :D