I am new here but sure look forward to surfing all of the information. I am from W. Iowa along the Loess Hills. The hills are beautiful right now, with the trees have their first leaves. Also, the crab-apple and the red-bud trees are blooming. It's my favorite time of year. I have been quilting for over 25 years but I am always challenging myself to doing something new. I have 3 grown kids and 8 grandchildren. I like going to their school activities and the sporting events, it keeps me really busy and out of trouble. :-)