Wave hi there Scallywags and Welcome8 to the forum.

Thanks for sharing your story with us and yes ... the feeling inadequate thing will slowly but surely fade into the distance too.     I was born into the borg to two dedicated jdub parents ... both of whom are still plodding along with their belief system.   They don't shun me however the religious differences or my lack of religion ... has been the cause of a few rather animated discussions.

Hopefully by reading through other people's stories and asking questions, sharing experiences etc ... you will be able to work through some of the issues that worry you and hold you back.    I'm really pleased that your family is no longer tangled up ... although it's hard to negotiate the extended family members who are still in isn't it.       Out of four siblings ... only one remains in the religion, the rest of us are out and about ... with two siblings still living in my parents home!    Makes for an interesting lifestyle I can tell you

I hope you enjoy your visits in here ... feel free to romp around randomly and to ask as many questions as you want.    You're not alone!

"Thanks to God .... for making me an Atheist!"
Ricky Gervais
Golden Globe Awards - 2011