Y'know, just because someone reaches an adult age does not guarantee they gain any wisdom or maturity!
Quilters are a loving, caring breed of gals/guys, hands down. So these people who jump snotty just because they are in some kind of clique-y group just ain't Real Quilters as far as I'm concerned! Hardly even adults, I'd say.
Always remember, you as the "underdog" in these situations are at a distinct advantage over the snotties: YOU get to go home and be with yourself, and THEY get to go home and be with themselves!! Wouldn't trade with THEM for all my stash!
Ha!