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Here I am

Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by MelShill, Nov 17, 2015.

  1. MelShill

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    Hi everyone, I'm Melodie. I had been debating on joining this forum for a while. So, here I am. :slight_smile: I am 27 and have known for years... probably half of my life, that I wasn't attracted to men. I never really labeled myself and no one really asked me, so it was just something that I set aside and never quite dealt with.

    I am married to man, who I've been with since high school. We have a two year old son. We suffered a big loss back in 2011 (long story) and in the last few years, it's led me to look at my life more and I think I am finally coming to terms with being attracted to women. I come from a super religious family so it has always been drilled in my mind that you can't be anything but straight. Not sure if I could ever truly come out, but I did come out finally to my husband a few weeks ago. Felt good to finally acknowledge it. Yay me.
     
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    Welcome to EC! :wave:
     
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    Yay you, is right!
    Pop over to the Later in Life section (not that you're old but that's where the cool peeps are, haha) and check out all the similar stories. You are not alone.
     
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    Hi there and welcome to EC!

    My parents are hella conservative christian and raised me and my brother to hate gay people. I took it as I should love and support gay people and the LGBT community with all my heart. I offer my friendship and support whenever you need it and I hope you enjoy EC!
    (*hugs*)
     
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    Welcome to EC!
     
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    Thank you everyone. :slight_smile:
     
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