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Discussion in 'The Welcome Lounge' started by Jeph, Dec 2, 2012.

  1. Jeph

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    Hi Everyone,

    I've been lurking for a few days now and this seems like a great community to join, so now here I am! My name is "Jeph" (phonetic spelling of my real name), and I live in the Phoenix metro area.

    This year has been a roller coaster ride for me. For the first time in my life I voluntarily came out to someone (I was outed once before many years ago but thankfully it was contained). It's gone well so far, though I still have a tall mountain to climb.

    But I am hopeful--more so than I've ever been in my life. Despite all the setbacks this year has been a huge progress for many reasons. It may sound incredible but just joining this forum is a huge step for someone like me who was afraid of even being part of any LGBTQA community, anonymous or not.

    Looking forward to getting to know you guys! :slight_smile:
     
  2. SparkDT

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    Hey man, welcome to EC :slight_smile:
     
  3. Isabelle

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    Hi welcome to empty closets
     
  4. BradThePug

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    Hello and Welcome!!
     
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    Hello hi! Congrats!
     
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    Hi Jeph, welcome to EC! As you've already realized, this place is completely awesome and full of wonderful individuals from every walk of life. I'm so glad that you were able to take the step to join and be a part of our community.

    Don't ever hesitate to ask for help with anything, opinions, what have you. If you have questions, ask someone! We're all pretty willing to lend what we know. Have fun and here's to getting to know you! :]
     
  7. Rachyl

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    Hey Jeph! :smilewave

    Welcome to the EC (*hug*)

    You'll find this place really starts to grow on you the longer your here :grin:
     
  8. spiderweb

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    Great to hear of your progress....welcome to EC! :slight_smile:
     
  9. lexi

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    Welcome! When I saw your name I thought maybe it was jephro...even though that would be spelled jethro oops haha:slight_smile:

    Anyway welcome to the EC :slight_smile:
     
  10. Jeph

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    Thanks for all the warm welcome, everyone!
     
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    Welcome! I was actually born in Phoenix, but I go to college in northern AZ.
     
  13. Jeph

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    nau?
     
  14. wilted

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    Yep!