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Originally Posted by Mousie
Originally Posted by JETTA
fried green tomatoes remember when kathy bates hit the car over and over because the two younger gals took her parking spot after waiting for it?It's called disrespect and that's the way its done girls.
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TOWANDA!!! It's one of my favorite movies!!
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Originally Posted by AlienQuilter
So sorry you had a bad experience!
I had a similar experience years ago. May I suggest for therapy, that you make a pincushion in her honor. Something brown. :lol: |
as was said , quilters come in all shapes and sizes and God did not make not one of us alike. You showed that woman who was a lady by not saying anything you would regret later.
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Originally Posted by Daisygirl
You go girl!
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Originally Posted by quilterguy27
Originally Posted by bearisgray
Know what I think is really pathetic?
That we get so upset about something like this! Was there any bodily harm done to anyone? Did anyone suffer any property damage? Are we always considerate as customers? Have we never, ever made an impatient comment about someone else in a public place? Read about what happened to trupeach's daughter (think it was her - rock dropped/thrown through a windshield) My nephew was just about killed when a bunch of thugs ganged up on him and kicked him in the head until he was unconscious. Reason? He got out of his pickup and threw it back at them after they threw something at his pickup! (this was at a gas station at 1:15 am) I think that is something we as a society have gotten away from. Teaching our kids how to deal with people who can hurt us, responsibly or even in a strong manner. |
Originally Posted by AlienQuilter
So sorry you had a bad experience!
I had a similar experience years ago. May I suggest for therapy, that you make a pincushion in her honor. Something brown. :lol: |
Originally Posted by momski
I went to the Milwaukee Art Museum to see the American Quilt exhibits and was confronted with some really rude quilters who treated me like a idiot. I won't go into specifics, I just wanted to remind everyone that quilters come in all shapes, sizes and ages. Don't assume someone doesn't know what they are talking about just because they don't look like your traditional quilter.
And if you are a lady in your 50's, brown hair, white shirt w/ print who was visiting the museum today with 2 other ladies of the same age who snickered at a young mom wearing a Mariners shirt.... I hope your sewing machine eats every last one of your quilts! |
Maybe it already is?? :-)
May their tension be out of whack! |
Very funny but very appropriate :thumbup: Thankfully I have only ever met lovely friendly people at our Quilt Shows
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That is just awful that that happened to you. I hate things like that. And you are right they do come is all shapes and sizes. I had taken classes at a local quilt shop and I couldn't believe the filthy mouths on some of those women. There is no reason for any kind of rudeness. If those women are on this list I hope they apologize to you.
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I once went to a quilt show in my local area and every one I meet wanted me to join their guild. I started looking at the quilts they had up to show. And 2 of the top ladies came around and was telling this and this. I was nice and said yes mam I know I like to quilt too. Both began to be very rude to me. They did not ask me did I know or did I have a question. I was ask later on this board why I did not go to a guild meeting with her. I told her why and that is the last time I heard from her also. Her is my thought if you want my money for your guild and to help you do and pay for something. Don't treat me nor talk to me like trash.
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sorry that happened to you but remember there are all kinds of people out there i have noticed that the majority of quilters that i have met are very nice !! maybe cause i have met most of them on here !
i love your little quoate about hoping there machine eats there quilts that was funny i had to laugh |
Originally Posted by moonwolf23
Originally Posted by quilterguy27
Originally Posted by bearisgray
Know what I think is really pathetic?
That we get so upset about something like this! Was there any bodily harm done to anyone? Did anyone suffer any property damage? Are we always considerate as customers? Have we never, ever made an impatient comment about someone else in a public place? Read about what happened to trupeach's daughter (think it was her - rock dropped/thrown through a windshield)Where does it say that the tongue is sharper than a 2 edged sword?? My nephew was just about killed when a bunch of thugs ganged up on him and kicked him in the head until he was unconscious. Reason? He got out of his pickup and threw it back at them after they threw something at his pickup! (this was at a gas station at 1:15 am) I think that is something we as a society have gotten away from. Teaching our kids how to deal with people who can hurt us, responsibly or even in a strong manner. |
Quilterguy, you're more beautiful than I thought you were - have followed many of your messages on the board, and appreciate your comment today. I'm glad you have learned to live so capably with your, may I say, partial disability.
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My little hillbilly Grandma always told me that when
people try to walk all over you, don't just lie down and let them. Reach up and bite them in the azzzzzz. Hehehehe |
That's telling them, Mariners fan! I'm a gramma, but I dress casually complete with my diabetic tennies and if that is not good enough, too bad! I hope they didn't ruin your trip to the quilt exhibit.
Originally Posted by momski
I went to the Milwaukee Art Museum to see the American Quilt exhibits and was confronted with some really rude quilters who treated me like a idiot. I won't go into specifics, I just wanted to remind everyone that quilters come in all shapes, sizes and ages. Don't assume someone doesn't know what they are talking about just because they don't look like your traditional quilter.
And if you are a lady in your 50's, brown hair, white shirt w/ print who was visiting the museum today with 2 other ladies of the same age who snickered at a young mom wearing a Mariners shirt.... I hope your sewing machine eats every last one of your quilts! |
Originally Posted by bearisgray
Know what I think is really pathetic?
That we get so upset about something like this! Was there any bodily harm done to anyone? Did anyone suffer any property damage? Are we always considerate as customers? Have we never, ever made an impatient comment about someone else in a public place? Read about what happened to trupeach's daughter (think it was her - rock dropped/thrown through a windshield) My nephew was just about killed when a bunch of thugs ganged up on him and kicked him in the head until he was unconscious. Reason? He got out of his pickup and threw it back at them after they threw something at his pickup! (this was at a gas station at 1:15 am) |
These gals, I won't call them quilters until I see their work, should be ashamed for even calling themselves quilters.
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I love your answer! That's the first time I've heard about a rude quilter-that's awful! My students and I always comment about how pleasant fellow quilters are-always willing to share a technique or a word of praise or encouragement. shame on her!
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There are always some rotten apples in the barrel. Hope they did not ruin your day.
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What a wonderful half hour I've had skimming through all these comments. I love your wisdom, your understanding, and your indomitable sense of humor. I'm so glad I've become a participant on this website. You're all wonderful, and I love being one of you.
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Originally Posted by moonwolf23
Originally Posted by Hindsight
I've had a similar thing happen to me. I just smile, the in my head Pray for them, LOL that all their fabric dyes to run, their needles to break and bird nests on the back of ALL their future quilts.
Don't let the rudeness of someone else ruin your day. They are the ones who are lacking. You on the other hand are a wonderful Mariners fan. :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrtzX2ONoT4 You tube link to I Pray for you song lol. |
Originally Posted by momski
And if you are a lady in your 50's, brown hair, white shirt w/ print who was visiting the museum today with 2 other ladies of the same age who snickered at a young mom wearing a Mariners shirt.... I hope your sewing machine eats every last one of your quilts! |
Originally Posted by Linda58
Originally Posted by moonwolf23
Originally Posted by Hindsight
I've had a similar thing happen to me. I just smile, the in my head Pray for them, LOL that all their fabric dyes to run, their needles to break and bird nests on the back of ALL their future quilts.
Don't let the rudeness of someone else ruin your day. They are the ones who are lacking. You on the other hand are a wonderful Mariners fan. :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HrtzX2ONoT4 LOLOL I`m a country music lover and the first time I heard that, I loved it!!! You tube link to I Pray for you song lol. |
Originally Posted by raptureready
Shame on them! But a quilt eating sewing machine???? That might be a little drastic! LOL
People can only put you down if you let them. If it should happen again just look the woman in the eye and say something like, "I've heard that menopause can sometimes make a woman really nasty and hateful, I guess it's true." Or, "I'm sorry, did I inadvertantly convey the impression that you had the right to be snotty to me?" Don't ever let anyone make you feel less than what you are. Naomi Judd once said, "Every woman should feel like a princess because we're all daughters of the most High King." |
Originally Posted by AlienQuilter
So sorry you had a bad experience!
I had a similar experience years ago. May I suggest for therapy, that you make a pincushion in her honor. Something brown. :lol: |
Originally Posted by raptureready
Shame on them! But a quilt eating sewing machine???? That might be a little drastic! LOL
People can only put you down if you let them. If it should happen again just look the woman in the eye and say something like, "I've heard that menopause can sometimes make a woman really nasty and hateful, I guess it's true." Or, "I'm sorry, did I inadvertantly convey the impression that you had the right to be snotty to me?" Don't ever let anyone make you feel less than what you are. Naomi Judd once said, "Every woman should feel like a princess because we're all daughters of the most High King." |
Sorry you had to deal with such rudeness...Amazing isn't it...the rude ones who should keep their mouths closed ...seem to have the most to say.
May I add people....Wow!...Voodoo and Karma have nothing on what the respondents to this post have to offer in the way of comebacks and retribution... |
Originally Posted by stefanib123
I hate people that try to stereotype people into neat pigeon holes! We all aren't one type!
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I once went to a sit and chat event at a local quilt shop, where I saw a woman who immediately reminded me of a homeless person. I thought she might have come in off the street for some food and coffee. Thankfully, I kept my thoughts to myself. While shopping in the store after the session, I learned that the woman had a PhD in engineering and was one of the store's best quilt designers. I would never have been rude, but I felt guilty about my poor snap judgment. Thanks for reminding me that all of us are sensitive--and rightly so--about people who judge us and treat us unfairly.
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Life is too short to waste time with that kind of an attitude -- don't take it personally and keep your chin up!
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I'd love to know what actually happened--as you can tell by the responses, we're all friends here and supportive of you. If you let the rest of us know how you were treated badly, we can be sure none of us are guilty of bad behavior in similar circumstances! Or quilty.
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I'm not sure what a traditional quilter looks like. It's obviously not me. I'm in my fifties, have brown hair, but don't wear white shirts, only white underclothes. I dislike snobby, uppity, "I know everything about quilting" and "I'm perfect at everything" people. There is always something to learn and to share in a NICE manner. Sophie
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Originally Posted by Chasing Hawk
Originally Posted by momski
I went to the Milwaukee Art Museum to see the American Quilt exhibits and was confronted with some really rude quilters who treated me like a idiot. I won't go into specifics, I just wanted to remind everyone that quilters come in all shapes, sizes and ages. Don't assume someone doesn't know what they are talking about just because they don't look like your traditional quilter.
And if you are a lady in your 50's, brown hair, white shirt w/ print who was visiting the museum today with 2 other ladies of the same age who snickered at a young mom wearing a Mariners shirt.... I hope your sewing machine eats every last one of your quilts! I dislike rude people. What exactly does a "traditional quilter" look like? I am a quilter, but I don't exactly look "traditional. As for the museum quilt show, I heard a quote today that also works for these situations. " If I have to pull up my Big Girl panties and deal with it one more time, the elastic is going to break and I really will have to show my a**!" I, too, try never to dignify twits with anything more than a snicker as I walk off. |
Originally Posted by puzzler
I once went to a sit and chat event at a local quilt shop, where I saw a woman who immediately reminded me of a homeless person. I thought she might have come in off the street for some food and coffee. Thankfully, I kept my thoughts to myself. While shopping in the store after the session, I learned that the woman had a PhD in engineering and was one of the store's best quilt designers. I would never have been rude, but I felt guilty about my poor snap judgment. Thanks for reminding me that all of us are sensitive--and rightly so--about people who judge us and treat us unfairly.
Personally, I would not have thought that rude, but a greater kindness. |
You are so funny; I too wish many times of seam ripper use in their narrow futures ! I would probably have given them a scathing look and then loudly wondered to myself if they even remember being a beginner! But then, I tend to say off the wall things all the time!!
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wow, sorry you were treated so badly, nobody deserves that. I've had to put up with that sort of thing at quilt camps so I know what you mean. Hang in there and don't take it personally! Their jerks.
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This has been such a GOOD thread to read. There are so many more NICE quilters than the rude ones at that show. Unfortunately, it only takes 1 person with a big mouth to make you feel bad - IF WE LET THEM! So I'm going to try to take the good advice you've all give:
I'm going to try to be patient when I'm standing in a long line - sometimes I forget to be. I'm going to ignore rude people - better yet - I think I'll just smile at them as if I didn't hear what they said. I like the advice about not lowering myself to their level. I'll never remember the come-backs anyway! |
Originally Posted by momski
I went to the Milwaukee Art Museum to see the American Quilt exhibits and was confronted with some really rude quilters who treated me like a idiot. I won't go into specifics, I just wanted to remind everyone that quilters come in all shapes, sizes and ages. Don't assume someone doesn't know what they are talking about just because they don't look like your traditional quilter.
And if you are a lady in your 50's, brown hair, white shirt w/ print who was visiting the museum today with 2 other ladies of the same age who snickered at a young mom wearing a Mariners shirt.... I hope your sewing machine eats every last one of your quilts! |
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