Last Tuesday, I had a rare opportunity that was both a relief and a fear-inducing event. In the aftermath, of course, I am so grateful to have experienced the vulnerability and fragility of the situation. A few months ago, my friend Sue, whom is also the programs chair for a local Quilt Guild, asked me to do a lecture for this Guild. This is not unusual, I typically do between 2 an 6 guild lectures a month right now, which is both a pleasure and an honor. The topic for th