Well, the whole state drowns in a sea of ignorance, really. It's hard to say who has it worse, when it's pretty bad all around.

Ah will, thank you for adding me! Sorry, I didn't see the notification. Picayune's over in the delta, innit? I'm betting you've got it worse off than a lot of us, yeah?

If you want to chat on AIM or Yahoo IM, my username is nintfjr. I like to keep in touch with other Mississippi atheists, because I know from personal experience it can be a really difficult experience by yourself.

We are somewhat rare and certainly endangered by our refusal to accept superstition. However, I think the increasing profile of atheists elsewhere will help us out here.

It's never too late to learn something new. I applaud her courage. My eldest granddaughter is autistic, very high functioning, but she still has her moments. I have a great deal of admiration for people who can teach kids like her. I know very well that teaching is not my place in line. I know she will do well. Best to both of you!