>Be courteous to bimboeruption. He (or she) has been a member here since 1998. One of the original FReepers.<
I was a political junkie in the womb and joined FR at the age of 2 1/2.
I also originally joined in 1998 -- a little older than 2 1/2 years of age. But, later, due to a change in ISP and login troubles, I was obliged to rejoin in 2000.
Before the advent of FR, I thought I was the last conservative-thinking person in the country. I was surrounded by a media cacophony of left-wing news/opinion. Very lonely.
But then Free Republic happened. I learned I was indeed not alone.There were millions like me across the country. I owe this site and its founder a debt: a debt which I attempt to repay by courteous posting and regular contributions.
Take care, old timer.