Why I love my husband...

Last night my hubby and I were discussing quilt projects. More specifically, why I feel the need to finish them. You see, quilters have no problems starting a new project (unless they're intimated by it - and yes, that does happen!), but often times never finish a project. I used to never start a new project until I completed the last one. Since I've been married, my ways have changed a bit. I like to have a few different projects going:

• a "big" project that's either too difficult for me, or just a large, large quilt
• a "small" project that gives me a break from the "big" project (like a wall-hanging, purse or table runner)
• a "new technique" project - like the hand-applique piece I'm learning, which will ultimately by the one creation I ever accomplish in this field
• a "inbox" of new projects I want to start. These are either bits of fabric I want to work into a pattern, or an entire kit just waiting to be opened and explored

While thinking about these projects, I realized why I feel like I need to finish a project (and show it off, usually to my hubby): to feel like I've accomplished something. You see, when we got married I left a big career in the magazine business (some say: dream job, which I agree). Since then, I haven't found my new life's-calling. So, I create quilt projects. And yes, each one is like putting the finishing touches on a monthly magazine.

Anyways, I asked hubby if anyone really cared about me finishing these projects (thinking that no one besides me does) and he answered me: I CARE.

Why? I asked him.

Because he wants me to feel accomplished. He wants me to be successful. He's glad that fabric doesn't just magically multiply in my quilt room, but actually gets used in projects (then nicely nestled away). All I can say is, "it's great to have a man who loves me, and supports me." :)