So ..thankful I never had to escape but was raised by honest parents and core family having no use or need for religion. I had friends, though, living amid the opposite.

As I see it, the trend is away from religion. Or, anyone doubting your conclusions can ‘blame it on youth.’ Make the most of yourself, and they will seek your attention. I’ve often wondered how embarrassing and difficult it would be for a parent to finally confess ..it was all an act… Perhaps they deserve your pity - as you deserve their respect ~

There is a lot of power and influence in the church. Ive often thought about inserting myself and going through the motions in order to use the huge influence gained by dealing with millions of religilots.

Of course it is hypocritcal and outright dishonest, but then again, so is religion.

I consider myself honest and a man of integrity. For this reason I choose not to fake it. But I know there are people like me who have and do.