I've been reading the newsletter for weeks and decided to join. Really enjoy the hints and pictures of what everyone is doing. I'm 74 years young and retired. I started quilt making 10 years ago but had done regular sewing before that. Have done a lot of machine embroidery work also. Have made quilts for our 5 children and 4 grandchildren. We enjoy our Koi pond and the goldfish pond with the frogs making their home in it. Big decision now is "A larger Koi pond" or a larger Quilt Machine on the frame.