Thanks! Actually I have always been a Republican. My mom & Dad were Republicans, but when I turned 18 my mom told me to register as an independent so I wouldn't be solicited at a time of my life when I couldn't afford to give anything. As I have moved my way from Upper Michigan(Yooper)to North Carolina (Dixie)over the last 30 years, I have continued to register as an independent or unaffiliated voter, but with a very conservative opinion. I guess I got used to letting everyone else do all the real work. Your the first Freeper to call me Honey. Since my wife isn't a Freeper, I get away with it this time!
That's OK, I'm married too (for nearly 40 years, in fact)!!
Being from Oklahoma, and having roots in Texas, Mississippi, and Louisiana, we folks south of the Mason Dixon have a tendency to "Hon" everyone (especially those we like)!
No wonder you're so smart, you come by it honestly. Your Mom sounds pretty wise too!