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  1. bsg75apollo

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    I just posted this as my Facebook status

    "I didn't think that I was going to do this, but as the month of June has progressed, I feel more and more compelled to post this status. Some people already know, but I just want to say that although it is only part of my identity and not the entirety, I am part of the LGBTQ community. It has only taken 48 years to be comfortable with and proud of this part of myself."
     
    #1 bsg75apollo, Jun 15, 2022
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    Wow. That's a huge step! Congratulations! How does it make you feel?
     
    #2 Chip, Jun 16, 2022
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    It actually feels like even more of a burden has been lifted. Its also weird to get all the positive feedback like someone saying that I am an inspiration.
     
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    This is pretty exciting. I have found if you are attracted to men and want to be with one letting people know you are gay makes finding love a little easier. It may only be part of who you are but it’s a wonderful part of you and one that can make life very enjoyable.
     
    #4 Gay Brett, Jun 27, 2022
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    Oh my, I LOVE THIS. So so so fab. And I'm jealous. I want to scream it from the rooftops but I am just not there yet. So happy for you!!!!
     
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    Congrats!!!
     
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    Oh wow that is one huge step forward
    I have wanted to do that but not had the nerve yet .. Good for you
     
    #7 Markieg64, Jun 27, 2022
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    That's absolutely wonderful! Congratulations!! I want to try the Facebook thing in September, so I always like to hear how it goes for everyone... Were there any replies or messages that really surprised you?
     
    #8 PrettyBoyBlue, Jun 28, 2022
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    Good for you @bsg75apollo and nicely expressed
    Hope you are feeling positive and looking forward to the possibilities ahead
     
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    Congratulations! :slight_smile:
     
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    Big step congrats
     
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    I was more surprised by the number of likes I got and who liked the post. I didn't mind getting called courageous or a bad-ass either.
     
    #12 bsg75apollo, Jun 28, 2022
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    Very awesome! I wish I had that amount of courage to do the same!
     
    #13 Artoffact, Jul 14, 2022
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    Wow. Big step. You are definitely owning it with confidence and pride. Amazing move! No matter how much courage and determination I have I don’t think I can pull this one where I live.
     
    #14 Bastion, Jul 18, 2022
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    Congratulations to you
     
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    well done! im really proud and look up to you!
     
    #16 CL1990, Jul 19, 2022
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    Thinking about changing mine but nervous.
     
    #17 Jakebusman, Jul 19, 2022
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    Changing it from what to what?
     
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    From interested in Women to interested in Women and Men
     
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    Well I agree with the men part, lol.
    Good for you as you make progress towards you true sexual identity.
     
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