Hi Terri, your quilt gives me the warm fuzzies for so many reasons.
You asked a friend for help - and she helped you - Amma
You consulted your friends on the Quilting Board for opinions as to which fabric they thought would look good as the backing, and they came through for you.
Your husband considers your work worthy of presenting it to one of his fellow officers.
Your husband unknowingly put you on the spot -time wise - yet knew that you would come through for him.
What a support system you have!!!!
Your quilt is beautiful - and was appreciated not only by those who
received it, but by your peers.
How much better could it get?