Mine has had a hard time understanding my "need" for fabric, quilting, etc but NEVER says a word. We have been married for nearly 7 years and became "new" parents to his 2 great-grandchildren a year later. They are now 6 and 8, we are 63 and 73. Believe me, he'll tolerate ANYTHING that makes me happy! LOL!! Just remember, EVERYONE (even us) has a few "warts" - it's what keeps life from being boring!