Marilyn 43, yes I am also thinking about next year. I enjoyed all the swaps I did this year, Halloween Block, Ornament, and SS. I really wanted to do the winter block swap too, but the travel portion of my work took over my life. So, I plan on working on Halloween Blocks, Christmas Blocks, Ornaments, and items for next years SS. I really wanted to make more for my SS but the only item I was able to complete was a table runner.
I also like the community of this board. There are some really great people on here and everyone is so helpful. One kind member even sent me a box of scraps because I mention on the Mystery Train #7 that I didn't have many scraps of different colors and of course the next train is going to be a scrappy.
Also I am originally from NE, the Norfolk area. I do get down that way on a regular basis as my Mom in in a nursing home down there. If you are anywhere close maybe we could meet up sometime. PM me if you like.