Angie and Rita,
It is really excited to have joined you at such a special time. It's a little gift for me too. I love the joy of other people's joy.
In 1999-2001 I belonged to a chat room - it was real time and way easier to follow that this - but far more prone to gossip and spam killed it.) I had the pleasure of meeting several people from there. I never met a nutter - Nutters usually go meet other Nutters
So, Rita, your families issures are really non-issues: you'll be two "normal" folks having the time of your life or two nutters doing the same.
Rita, I saw you mention that you have never ventured away from your family since you married and you married young. I wonder, may I ask how old you are? and - You go girl! It's it about time. I am pleased, very pleased that this forum is empowering you ladies.
I am old enough to know we have to have our own quality relationships and adventures. Rita's family is just stunned she is reaching out on her own. God bless them. Trust me, once they get used to her -- They will LOVE the new Rita!