I'm 49, and have been here, there and everywhere spiritually.

I have recently rediscovered the power of my own intellect and judgment and find that using these gifts, be they from God or nowhere in particular, are the most reliable tools at my disposal. Still, having previously been involved in both Christianity and Judaism, I have great respect for those who practice their faiths.

Over the last 5 years or so, I've noticed more and more people blogging, writing, conversing and musing about the same subjects that made me feel as though I'd been wandering all alone for so long. When no one says "Yeah, I know what you mean," you feel like the world's biggest oddball.

Good to know there are so many other oddballs in the bin with me. Cozy!