[Ghoulish Delight]

As for organized religion, I believe it can be an excellent tool to provide a moral framework for a child to grow up in. Adults should allow themselves more freedom, however, to make their own choices. For some, remaining within the framework is the right choice. But I think too many get stuck in it when it's not right for them. That's one of the reasons I will continue to call myself Jewish, and feel Jewish, despite my general lack of practicing the faith. Namely that Judaism encourages individuals to find their own path and question everything. I will happily raise my children Jewish as I was raised, with the spirit of, "Here is a system of beliefs, one that has worked for many people for a long time. It provides some basic tools to teach you how to treat people and how to make sense of your own life. Once you've learned those tools, it's up to you to decide how to apply them."