Welcome to the board. I had a simular experience a few years ago with my MIL. It took all my time and energy to take care of her and there wasn't much time for anythingelse. But, I got back into the spirit of things not too long afterward. I started by looking at all my quilting magizines for inspiration. Then I went and looked at fabrics. (even though I have a ton of them myself) I didn't buy anything. But, there is just something about looking and touching the new fabrics. By that time, I knew just what I wanted to make and started pulling fabrics from my own stash. Then I started sewing. Before you knew it...... I had a ton of UFO's. Now, I'm trying to finish them all up and get on to something new again. Have fun!!!!! Good luck!