I belong to a very large guild (300+ members) and we are very welcoming. We even have new visitors stand up to be recognized and try to have people talk to them to encourage them to show and tell and even come back. After reading some of these posts I am appalled at how rude some people can be. To not welcome or even be rude to visitors is just mean. I am sorry you all have been through that. Wish you all lived closer to where I go, you would all be most welcome!!!