Fwiw, I don't find you abrasive at all.

Really.

I'd say that you are strong in your convictions.

It's what makes you, you.

You could also change your signature to:

Convicted since 1961. lol

And you could sign your posts:

His Royal Convictedness...

__________________
Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".