Welcome aboard. Nothing to forgive IMHO. Former libs make great conservatives once they make the leap into the light. While I was always a conservative, I have seen many gravitate towards conservatism. It is a true rarity to see someone descend into liberalism.
Actually, what you say is true. There are quite a number of people who started off very liberal & then went the conservative route...... I cannot think of an instance in which the reverse is true. if you know of one, let me know.
A few months ago the new York Times had a long article in the style section on a conservative gathering for a writer. I believe it was at David Frum’s home.........anyway, the point I was getting to as I keep blathering on is that one of the women said that former liberals who are now conservatives are the strongest because they’ve been on both sides & made the choice. I completely got what she said.
Something to ponder tonight........thanks!