marietta, I am sorry you are facing these challenges but I so appreciate your wonderful words. Yes, I started making crumb blocks early and learning to make them precisely as directed. Some were acceptable but others ...... well, let's just say they're not bad enough for a wonky quilt but definitely would not stand up to the scrutiny of experienced quilters. Maybe that's why I am a scrappy quilter where fudging is the normal. Yes, I did finish 20 + 1 that should make somebody else's quilt beautiful. Yes, I am working up to the deadline. Yes, I did it! .... and am happy with the results.