thank you, friends, for your support. it means a lot. i have rec'd a beautiful block from suestraley. thank you! and i finished 2 blocks last night. i will continue working on blocks when the energy surges. i don't want anyone to be worried or waiting for their block from me before being able to put together their quilt(s). i also will be posting the beautiful blocks i have rec'd. merry christmas, happy chanukah, may the holidays be joyous and fulfilling, whatever your beliefs.