Robin- I wish I lived close to you since you are looking for a quilting buddy. I've prayed a long time for one. I have plenty of friends that quilt but they are scattered all around the world, none close.
I came here to read this, just thinking maybe there would be someone here who lived close... and look at that... (((BERNIE))) you and I live in the same town and state!! But... You already have a quilting buddy :-(