Its a cyber-family of folkies. I've only ever met one other Mudcatter. It was a pleasant surprise. I am getting to know others, including yourself, over time but a family in cyber-space doesn't really have much of a history.

Of course the 'real Mudcats' have been here alot longer than me and they probably consider themselves family.

Interesting topic!

I see it as visit to the therapist. A good chance to vent safely! I can rant or I can get as personal as cyberspace allows.   

I just saw my family and none of us discussed any of the topics presented on Mudcat. I just hope somebody out there is writing some songs. I think politics has always been a part of the folk tradition.