It is so sad that there are people like that. Even if I don't like someone, I am polite to them. You are the better person. I know that those people are miserable or they wouldn't be so mean and petty. I joined a American Sewing group, it is not too laarge and I loved it. Even tho I am a little shy I felt at home. Also, even tho I am not the perfect quilter/sewer, I found out they weren't all perfect either. I do the best I can and that is enough for me. Look at some of the old quilts, most were certainly not perfect but were made with love. And that is more important.