Rodney,
I'm really glad you like the quilt. You've always seemed like a very nice man, always patient, kind and willing to help whenever you could. More than anything, I hope that this surgery eliminates the melanoma from your life once and for all. Hang in there. You have a big heart and a great attitude.
Just in case you're interested, my block was made with a Lady Kenmore 89, with the exception of the writing which was done on a Singer 301.
Good luck with your procedure.
John