Actual photograph by Lesley Mattuchio.

*Close up of the quilting*
 

I'm a CSR for an insurance agency in Gainesville, Florida.  I live in a very small town just 22 miles north west of Gainesville,  We just move to the northern part of Florida after some 40 years in Palm Beach County, Florida.  I share 8 acres with my husband, Ron, our 10 year old Airedale, CH. Stone Ridge MyMan Bentley, CGC and 3 beautiful quarter horses and a sundry of country critters that keep all of us so entertained. I've been with the Bee since 2001, it's been a great honor, a learning experience and a humbling experience.  It has challenged me to grow as a fiber artist and to keep pushing the envelope of creativity but most importantly - the Bee has become a family for me, some of my dearest friends are here in the Bee - all of the Bee members are wonderful friends, rallying around when prayers or good vibes are needed, pitching in when others need help.  It brings out the best in all!