Dusty Newspaper Clippings and other mental disorder

Say, have you ever thought of becoming a Christian and accepting Jesus as your
Lord and Savior? It's easy and it's actually a wonderful thing...I'd think you'd
enjoy it and of course it pays great dividends later on.

In regards to Christianity ... I respect others' beliefs and accept that it
works for them. Christianity doesn't work for me, though; it goes against my
ideals and temperament. Growing up in the Bible belt left a very bad taste in my
mouth, having experienced scorn and derision of classmates because I didn't
conform to how they thought I "should" be. In my experience, religion
contributes to judgment against others. Additionally, I dislike the patriarchal
aspects touted by religions. I've felt that I've had to struggle against
society's perceptions of what roles I should inhabit as a woman. Today, I feel
I've reached a certain peace within myself and with my place in the Universe. I
understand that there's a higher power and I work to communicate with and become
a part of it. I work to be the best person I can be, endeavoring to overcome my
pettier traits, and though I sometimes stumble, I know that I'm a good person.
That satisfies my needs more than the visible, conventional trappings of
worship.