Originally Posted by stilllovinelvis
I do have to agree somewhat with "Cherokee". I came to this mb because it seemed to have a more "tolerant, open minded and kind hearted approach" towards the opinions and level of knowledge of others. I hope that doesn't change, but I can sense some condescending attitudes beginning. It makes some of us, who may have less knowledge, or enthusiasm about something that someone else does not etc., feel like this is not a place where we can openly speak without being criticized. Therefore, we are silenced. And is that the point? To silence everyone not up to someone else's supposed level? Or speak and run the risk of being humiliated and degraded? I am even fearful of speaking now to say this. Afraid of what attack may be launched on me. I am interested in learning things also. But attitude and the way things are said is key.