Hi Iona. Welcome. I was just reading some posts since I am avoiding housework.LOL I am from Ohio and Strongsville is about 6 min. down the road. I am in Grafton. Small world. I am sure you will get lots of ideas and help from this site. I know I have. As far as the retired teacher and over you head with lots of projects started...join the group. I'm not sure it because of retirement and finally having some time to do what you want or being a new quilter. I have the same problem..retired teacher, too many projects, and newer quilter. Good luck.