Hi All This is my first post on emptyclosets, it is also the first time that I have publicly acknowledged being a Gay woman. I feel as though my whole foundation for existence has suddenly shifted and I feel like a rudderless ship ...but there is a calm and a peace about where I am headed which helps me to embrace Myself as I am, like I have never done before. I am so Thankful that this forum exists and look forward to being a part of it.
Hi Chelexists, welcome to EC! What you are experiencing is the vertigo of freedom, the sudden lightness of being that comes with finally knowing who you are. These are going to be wonderful days...keep us posted, and often, in a year or two you will read these again and wonder at how you've changed for the better!
Hello and welcome Take part... ask questions... people like to help (&&&) People here are accepting... I'd say just take part and speak your mind
I feel exactly the same way! I just joined today! being newly seperated, I'm finally able to explore my sexuality, acknowledge what I am and find out who I'll be. I'm excited!!! I have my fears too. I wasnt happy How I was though, but since I finally admitted this to myself, my heart feels so much lighter already.
Thank you everybody here for your Very kind and encouraging words....I still can't believe how making a decision about one aspect of my life is affecting every single other thing about me..from how I dress to how I express my art....and Great Whale..I LOVE Oscar Wilde your quote was Very Apt....Excited and exhilarated is how I feel today..Thank You all again
TheresaMichelle I agree it is such a relief...I too am feeling very light, very clear ...the craziest thing for me is that for a long time especially through my dreams I already knew...I just couldn't acknowledge it in my waking hours due to having absorbed so many lies over the years with regards to my Gender, Sexuality etc
Welcome to the land beyond the closet If you need anything, (advice/info/etc) just give us a shout and we'll do our best to help out
Chelexists....Welcome to EC! My experience was much like yours. My first post to EC was also the first time that I actually wrote "I am Gay". Those three words just about torn me apart to finally put on paper....and where someone else could read them! But it has been one of the best things I have done. There are thousands of people here to help answer questions or just listen to you rant when you need to. Welcome, Welcome!!!.....David
