My condensed answer - I admire all genres of quilting.
It has helped me in many ways such as:
find the ability to relax with a hobby,
take progressive steps to creativity,
awaken artistic senses,
expand my world of seeing color,
perfect a skill when necessary,
maintain friendships,
have a ready challenge or comfort in each day.
I continue to be eclectic by making traditional quilting crafts to support bazaar tables and contemporary to art type projects for myself.