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Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by Rob in FL, Jan 18, 2017.

  1. Rob in FL

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    Hi everyone,

    My name is Rob and I live in Florida. I'm in my mid 40's and am married to a woman. We have one child who is a teenager. I've "known" I was gay since I was a kid but lived in religiously inspired denial for much of my life. In the last 10 or so years I have let go of my former religious guilt and come to accept that I'm gay. I came out to my wife and asked her for a divorce in 2009, but after a LOT of painful discussion we decided to stay married to raise our kid (long story). A very few of my friends know, but to most we look like a straight couple. My wife and I no longer talk about my sexuality and it gets pretty lonely sometimes. A little internet searching led me here. So... hello. It's nice to be here.

    Rob
     
  2. johndeere3020

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    Hello Rob,
    First know that you are not the only gay/bi man on here that is married to a woman! You will find many people on here to talk with for support on all kinds of issues. So WELCOME!

    Dean
     
  3. SiKiHe

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    Howdy Rob! Welcome to EC!
     
  4. Rob in FL

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    thank you both!
     
  5. Lynz

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    Hi Rob!

    Big welcome to ya!

    Lots of awesome, friendly people here! I hope you enjoy :slight_smile:
     
  6. Rob in FL

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    Thanks, Lynz!

    I had the chance to visit Glasgow, many years ago. Beautiful city from what I remember. Cheers!
     
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    Hiya!

    Och aye, it's not too shabby, wish we had your sun though haha!

    My fave holiday ever ever - Clearwater FL. Worked voluntary with turtles there after uni. GORGEOUS.
     
  8. Quantumreality

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    Hi Rob! Welcome to EC!:slight_smile:
     
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    Welcome to EC, Rob. ^_^
     
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    Welcome to EC, Rob. :wave: