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I actually registered so I could come out of lurking and respond.

I've been a solid Republican since, well, as far back as I can remember. My support solidified when I was fifteen...and I am now thirty.

I can honestly say that embracing and honoring my political convictions has been the most isolating experience of my life (which is saying a lot). Currently, I don't *know* any Republicans other than my parents. My entire family - both sides - are Democrats. My cousin, who is a complete blithering yo-yo, is a dedicated Michael Moore supporter who began an email campaign urging the family to "open their eyes" and see F911.

I don't have a single friend who is even slightly right of MM himself. Hence, I am currently in deep isolation, not communicating with any friends or family because the hostility is too great on their side. And admittedly, when I think of the stupid reasoning behind their choices and what it could eventually cost all of us, I feel a little hostile as well.

So, yeah. Being the lone elephant in a donkey world is a hard road to travel. If (G-d forbid) Ketchup Boi gets elected, you can bet I'll extend my deep hiding until sometime after he's sworn in to avoid their self-righteous gloating...provided that the good book doesn't go up in flames when that insult to Catholicism touches it.

My entire family ...

A HEARTY WELCOME INTO THE FREE REPUBLIC FAMILY! Your circle of Republican friends just expanded exponentially.

I am closer to many of my fellow FReepers than I am to any of my neighbors and several of my relatives. Welcome aboard!