I am a retired GEOLOGIST. I worked for the U.S. Government for the National Forest Service (2 Forests), Bonneville Power Administration, the Bureau of Land Management, & the Bureau of Reclamation. All of these were located in the Pacific Northwest, God's Country!!!!! Unfortunately, in 1988, at the ripe old age of 40, I had to take a medically necessary Disability Retirement. That was 24 years ago. Since then, my kids grew up, so I quit making kids clothes, & about 12 years age, I learned to quilt. Until I joined the quilting board about 1-1/2 years ago, however, I really didn't enjoy quilting all that much. Since joining the board, however I've met many fun people, & my quilting has improved 1000%!!!!! Thanks everyone!!!!