an explaination

I read my friend Maria's blog detailing her beliefs, political and otherwise which made me reflect on my thoughts and feelings that have been near the surface for at least a month. I am posting in segments because I know noone wants to spend more than 2 min. at my blog. I know many of you dont agree with me point by point but I am greatful for recent discussions which helped me come to my own conclusions. I fear I may sound like a parrot, and at the same time, I hope I do. My faith in the bretheren is a foundation. This is not a whitewash. I mean to say that I have come to my own conclusions after pondering, praying, researching, and discussing and I am happy to agree with my church.