Thanks for that. Frankly, I need to consider your words and may very well do what you suggest.
You won't regret it. You will be 'lost' for a while, before you understand how things work, and while you are learning Roberts Rules of Order. But, it does not take that to know a turkey when you see one. Principles are principles, and you'll have an effect.
If you do attend your local district meetings, tell me about it. Nay - tell FR about it... give us a report. We would all love it.