I was a member here 3 or 4 years ago, can't even remember what my username was. But back then, I was sad, upset, terrified, and hated myself for who I was. I was always trying to push my feelings away and pretended that my "problem" didn't exist. Well, now I'm 22, been out for about a year and a half thanks to some VERY supportive friends, and even most of my family knows and still seem to love me! Been in a relationship with an amazing, loving, fun guy since summer 2009, and I couldn't be happier! I'm just back because I want to be a positive voice for anybody who is struggling, and try to show people that I'm another example of the fact that It Gets Better. Life and love are truly beautiful.
Welcome back! Congrats on coming out! Its awesome that your family and friends have been supportive! :icon_bigg
Thanks! It's been a really long road with lots of hard down times, but life's so much better now. I mean, I've hit a few speedbumps but all my friends have been great, and I think my family is warming up to it... slowly. I know that I'm really lucky and there are a lot of people who struggle a lot more than I did. Really hoping that I can encourage more people to be happy with who they are.
Welcome back, and congrats! It is always great to hear of another successful coming out without many issues. I hope it continues that way. Awesome to have you back, though I wasn't here to know you back then. =]
