I am in a guild, and I guess I am so lucky. The ladies there are so nice, and made me feel welcome from the start. They were nice to me when I miscut pieces for a swap. I learned a lot there, and am now Vice Pres. of this guild, I will be the Pres. next year. We do things for charity, but only on a volunteer basis. I enjoy doing things for charity, and also get a lot done for myself. I don't participate in everything, only what I have the time and desire for. There is no pressure in this guild, just a bunch of quilters, that enjoy each other, and the retreats we have had are fantastic. I live in a small town where most people know each other, so that is probably why. I felt even more like part of the group, when I became more involved in it, and it has been fun for me to meet the challenges.