thanks, i also took up knitting and have made several piece cat and dog blankets. they look funny, i know because it was hard sewing the pieces together, but people like them. i also waited to do cross stitch. i was talking about who i would turn to for everyday things too. i am disabled and can't work or drive, i'd be stuck. i'm sure my family nearby sort of, could help although. again, thanks for you're reply.