The Middle

I'm not a middle child, but the oldest whom people seem to come to for advice.  I've often been told, "I value your opinion," so I'm used to it.  But there's not a lot I like about being put in the middle of a situation.  All parties look to "the middle" for validation.  I have no problem whatsoever if it's an issue I feel strongly about, or if it's an emotional cause close to my heart.  My hesitation comes when two warring factions want me to be the "swing vote" and it's a no win situation.  Let them eat cake.  Carry on.