26-08-2013, 06:56 AM
I think most of what Jessi has said is spot on 
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However this forum is no different to any other in one respect, any newcomer who arrives and then in their first few posts, for whatever reason and however well-intentioned, criticises the ethos, motives, etc, of other members, will get jumped on. It's human nature and applies to a knitting circle just as much as male NBE.
In answer to Julie's original question, I would say that there is no way of knowing. Aside from the fact that we are all different; mentally, physically and in personal circumstances, I think its true to say that most of the longer term members end up in a kind of 'stop-start' situation and probably never truly do either!
.However this forum is no different to any other in one respect, any newcomer who arrives and then in their first few posts, for whatever reason and however well-intentioned, criticises the ethos, motives, etc, of other members, will get jumped on. It's human nature and applies to a knitting circle just as much as male NBE.
In answer to Julie's original question, I would say that there is no way of knowing. Aside from the fact that we are all different; mentally, physically and in personal circumstances, I think its true to say that most of the longer term members end up in a kind of 'stop-start' situation and probably never truly do either!