I feel you Pam. I was devastated when I read that post accusing us of being amateurs. Claire, much as we love and esteem you dear, you wounded deeply...
I'm at a place in my life where I have time to pursue new hobbies, and I have always admired people who create beautiful quilts. So I decided to become one of them (eventually, that is). I have a grown son. I live with a rescued Cocker Spaniel and a long haired cat who is the boss of us all.