I joined about the same time April did January 2013. I had found a beginners quilting class, and was referred here for the Daily Deal. I fell into Jenny's tutorials by accident, and had a marathon weekend watching and giggling over every one I could find. She made me feel like, "Hey, I really think I could do that!" I suddenly had the courage and inspiration to try. I think I spend more than 100.00 here every single month that year. Finally, I found the forum. As much as I have loved every other part of M*QC, the forum has been blessing my life in so many ways, that it has become my most favorite feature. I find I truly love and care about my forum friends, I pray, and laugh, and cry and commiserate with all of you, and find I am deeply concerned when you are troubled, and rejoice with you for life's blessed moments. And on top of all of that, you all inspire me, teach me, and give me courage to try new things. I love you all, truly, and feel blessed to be a part of this wonderful forum family.