Hello All:
Thank you for all the very kind words and invitations. Please let me explain that the gentleman that I perceived as rude, I do not believe intended to be rude. He muttered kind of under his breath as I think he was eager to chat with the other two or three people that were there. Perhaps he was annoyed at the lady taking up his time and attention asking questions about Chicago. Although I understand that, I think part of the purpose of meeting up is to share information, whether it be about miles or anything related to travel. Additionally, the age thing made me very uncomfortable as I have children and grandchildren as well as many friends younger than I and they don't seem to percieve me as "old".
I have been to a few get togethers, as well as Freddie's dinners and found almost everyone very welcoming and friendly. When I saw the OP's message, it just touched a nerve from the Chicago visit. Thus I had found an opportunity to say what I had been feeling.
I am very appreciative of all the support and I thank you once again.