Thank you everyone-you're all so sweet. The pattern isn't difficult. I have problems with spatial relations-I can't figure out where to put the fabric (backwards) so it covers the area when you flip it over. It took me 2 days of "oh sh**" before I had an "aha!!" moment and it clicked. After that, it went smoothly. You all do beautiful work and would probably finish this pattern in an afternoon.
Thank you again for the compliments.