Thanks Wolfscout,

Even though I am not truly gorean in my lifestyle I find I do not go to BDSM events or gatherings any more simply because I do not want to have to defend something that should not need defending.

It is a shame really and I can see why those that are "true believers" of the gorean lifestyle shy away from the main stream BDSM community or hide their true nature while there.

However, since I do understand the gorean way I have always felt it was my duty to stand aganst the ignorance that seperates the communities and continue to do so.

Perhaps someday things will be different.