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I'm new, saying hello

Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by the3m, Aug 10, 2014.

  1. the3m

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    Gosh, well I'm 28, can you believe I am only doing this now... seems like so much of my youth wasted, but better late than never.

    I'm coming to terms with who I am in more ways than just sexuality, but this forum I hope will help with the sexuality part. Certainly not in a position to come out to friends and family, neither am I ready to just walk into a bar and chat to strangers, nor put my photo on a dating website.

    I know there are plenty of people in my position, which is what gives me hope (and sadness). What I would like to get out of EC is to feel supported, and to ultimately find friendship.
     
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    Hi and welcome to EC :smilewave
     
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    Welcome to EC! :slight_smile:
     
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    Hi from a fellow newbie who's also just written his hello post :icon_bigg

    As someone who's 42 and coming to terms with it too I entirely share the sentiments of your post. I've been very lucky in that I've been able to come out to one friend who's been amazingly supportive. But like you I'm not ready to share any further or start putting myself out there.

    So here's hoping EC can help us both.
     
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    Hello and welcome to EC! :welcome: :smilewave. It's a pleasure to meet you :slight_smile:.
     
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    Hullo and welcome :slight_smile:
     
  8. C06122014

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    You are still very! Young! So take advantage of these years be happy :slight_smile: live life and try to make up for the last 28 years
    Well hey and welcome I hope that you enjoy your time here on the forum and that we are able to help you In Any way possible. Also I hope that you are able to come to terms with your sexuality, and that you can share with us your experiences both past and future :slight_smile:

    Good luck :slight_smile:
    If you ever need a friend don't hesitate to contact me :slight_smile:
     
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    Welcome to EC
     
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    Hi and welcome! I'm new to EC too... fee free to add me as a friend if you'd like! I would be glad to provide support anytime it is needed! :slight_smile:
     
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