It's in my genetic makeup: Grandma was always working on a quilt, and my Mother was an artist with many mediums. The needle is my paintbrush and the fabric is my paint. I love trying new techniques and patterns; experimenting with color; it's also my therapy. I can retreat away from the TV and the chaos of today's environment to solitude and the company of my Quilting Sisters. Plus it's a continuation of history on many levels. It's not just a hobby; more an obsession.