FRWW ping.
Please welcome a new member to the Free Republic community.
I've just sent you a FReep mail (the private mail system on Free Republic) with a list of handy links which will help you become acquainted with posting guidelines, forum etiquette and some terminology unique to Free Republic. Please read them to avoid any misunderstanding. If you have any questions, please contact any member of the welcoming committee.
Again, welcome to Free Republic. May your time here be long and fruitful.