I can relate to all the comments about making quilts for others. When I retired almost 4 years ago, it only took 3 days and I started getting calls that went like this - "now that you are retired and have nothing to do, would you like to volunteer to do this, this and that". I said I needed to catch my breath first and then I would decide what I want to do and when. After working with the public for 30+ years, I did not want to get right back out there. I lived by a strict schedule of work hours and did not want to be doing for others all the time. Mind you - I volunteered plenty when I was working full time so now I think it is "my time". I know that sounds selfish but I want to be available for watching Grandkids in a pinch when something comes up. I do that just enough to enjoy it - my kids know I did not retire to take up mothering their children. Enough said - quilting is my hobby - I do it for family and "special" friends and totally love it. Don't be afraid to say no - retirement is first of all "your time".