(((Rap))) You've been open and honest with us, and you have such a caring heart. Thank you for sharing a little of your life with us. I'm sorry to hear you carry such a huge burden. I'll try my best not to contribute to that burden, and I'll keep you in my prayers.

Sky - I truly believe people of all faiths can get along if we learn to respect each other and each other's boundaries. I enjoy the conversations because it gives me an opportunity to get to know the people here. I like to hear about how God works in other people and listen to their stories of how they apply their faith (walk with God). It gives me reassurance that people really do know God. I'm sorry, but I worry sometimes that some have only learned to memorize and recite. People converse in every other forum on this board - why can't we?

I don't know anyone at "beliefnet" and I have no desire whatsoever to get involved in a fight over religion. Why do I have to leave this forum? What is wrong with having a little "communion" here?