Welcome to my thoughts

A hearty welcome to you.

I am an atheist!

Regardless of what believers will tell you, in today's American society, that is a difficult statement to make. I have lost family and friends because of my (lack of) belief. Some of my daughters' friends are no longer allowed to play or visit with them.

But is living a lie, just for social acceptance, really worth it?

I don't share the same past of many atheists. I wasn't raised in an overly religous home. My parents are more spiritual than religous. They gave us the freedom to find our own way and choose our own beliefs. There was never a lack of love in our household. And even without the church, they raised 3 morally responsible children. (Thanks Mom and Dad, I love you!)

Growing up, I tried to become one of the flock several times, but the more I learned, the less I wanted to become part of it. None of it made any sense. I didn't see "God's Love" anywhere in the teachings. I think it's possible that I didn't see it because I didn't need it. I was raised with an abundance of love, and really didn't feel the need to look for more.

After years of avoiding the topic, I grew weary of listening to people preach their beliefs without even really knowing what they believed. I have these 'spoon-fed-Christians' to thank for my coming out of the closet! I felt a little sad for them that I knew more about their religion than they did.

I want to use this blog as a place to put my thoughts down.