I think your quilt is beautiful. I will be anxious to see it quilted. I appreciate your comments on what you felt were your learning experiences as you proceeded with your blocks. I think that being able to analyze the process as you go along is so important to growth in quilting. And, I am glad, that you incorporated all of the squares in your quilt rather than taking them out. If you add the border it will have a more traditional look; if you leave it off your quilt will have a more modern look. Either would be nice.