I hadn't participated in this thread when it was active some days back, but Guinnesschick told me about it. I hae just a couple of comments; Do men in folkie circles talk viloence about gay men? I've never heard violence talk - I've usually heard talk that expresses attitudes of acceptance - I've heard humorous comments, like you might about any other social group that is based upon acceptance, but I've sometimes heard attempted humor that is NOT accepting. I think folkies generally attempt to be quite accepting of variety in people's sexual orientation.

Matt - I am certain your attempt to get on the YOBB Email list has been hampered only by a lack of competent organization. I am not sure if Karen is even on the list and I have forwarded some to her. There isn't anyone I know who is actually maintaining a list; I've simply used the reply all feature.

The other thing you need to know is that you are certainly one of that session's favorites! Your skill on the instrument, your magnificent voice and presentation, and your participation in the group are all very much appreciated - and appreciated by everyone in the group. I hope you know that.

By the way the YOBB list has been mostly just humorous banter about the previous session or reminders of the upcoming session. I'll forward them to you as I get them, until you get added to the list.