"Gentle" Learning

A couple of interesting discussions and a few posts have popped up in the last couple of days.  One which I find very intriguing for us new moms learning about Charlotte Mason and beginning to implement in our homes is the idea that this is "gentle" learning.  There is a certain appeal to her methods and philosophy.  I know that I personally have enjoyed how "gentle" the approach is. Now, here is the catch.  What exactly does that mean?  Why do I (we) use the word?  Is my interpretation different than yours? 

Hmm...take a look at Sonya's blog post part 1 of a series over at Simply Charlotte Mason.  I'll enjoy sharing my experience these last few years and look forward to your first impressions at our meeting.