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Why I am (not?) a Christian

February 14th, 2012 -- Posted in family, religion, seminary | No Comments »

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Overall, I had an amazing upbringing - there were a few painful years during adolescence when I attempted a muted form of rebellion but other than that things went swimmingly. I wanted for nothing without being spoiled; learned the value of hard work; had two parents who loved us and each other; was afforded a plethora of opportunity - from international travel to private K-college education. In short - the Cleavers would be proud.

But I do have one big beef with how I was raised.

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