Interesting question. I'm just now starting to explore helping create a chapter of Wicca (for Earth spirituality) in connection with our UU Church. Very transformational sermon, today, from a visiting Rev. I'm starting to be open to softening my negative reaction to all things religious. It won't go away and I can't imagine spending the rest of my life being mad about it so my mind is looking for a way to make words and imagery something I can live with. Wicca might do that. My point is that I'm unsure I'd be doing that if it weren't for what I read on this site.

Ditto with clarity and friendships. I'll add perspective, affirmation, and community.

Yep. What you said, plus it gives me something to do in the long dark winter.

As my stated goal for my presence is interaction and giggles, I would say this site has provided both.

Life differences? Meh, it's the internets - my life is beyond the 1's and 0's...