I am very surprised that you got your block already Jeanie. I only mailed it on Tuesday of this week! I hope you like it.
I am so sorry to read about Bram, Anael. I'm sending good thoughts to you and your family.
I am still really sick, just can't shake this infection. I am going to pull it together for Thanksgiving as the grand kids are really into it and I can't blow them off.
OK regarding the FMQ I found that practising loop de loops really helped me get the idea of curves. If you slow your hands down a little while going around the curves, it keeps the stitching even.
Sorry I can't address you all individually but I am going back to rest up a bit before I put the finishing touches on dessert and then head over for turkey.
Happy Thanksgiving, QuiltE !!!!