Hi Pam! In my case, the addiction started with my grandmother who loved to make quilts. She started me cutting plain blocks when I was about 8 years old and then started me on tying quilts. That was over 50 years ago and I know there is no cure or wonder drug and thankfully this addiction is not painful unless you spend a lot at the fabric stores for a fix. Just enjoy because family and friends will understand and especially if they benefit with your talented results.