Quilting is a sign of life and hope.His slight interest gives me freedom to make what I like. I think some attitude can be a controlling factor....you are out of their expertise and they do not like that. Boy, I do not want anyone getting involved, selecting my fabric colors, counting the squares I complete in one day, keeping track of my progress or ripping out. He is getting used to my "work" and does see that I can not work all day, but just a short time...besides that, I do not watch football! or hockey without my eyes glazing over. TV gives few good choices and when I go in to quilt there are dreams and wonderful colors to fill my evening. Live while you can.