djarbiter

Interesting. I'm also atheist, but my father's side of the family tends to be very fundamentalist/Evangelical Christian, and as Christianity often does, the restrictive teachings provide the framework for which I'm evaluated by the family. It was hard to deal with when I was young, but I'm thankful for the skepticism with which I approach things now. I'm always fascinated to know how it plays a role in other families, as it was the backbone for what is 'acceptable' with mine.

Thanks for the response and the best of luck to you with future proceedings. You've given a voice and hope to so many who need it and otherwise lack it :)

Are you faithful to any religion? How did your upbringing affect your faith (or possible lack thereof)?