Hello all! I'm a newbie, I guess. New to this site. I felt like I needed some kind of forum or discussion group for this new chapter in my life. I've been straight woman all of my life, but have been dating another woman for the last 18 months or so. I can't say I'm shocked. I can say that this has been unexpected. I've only told 2 people about my girlfriend and this gives me much heart-ache. I feel like I'm somehow diminishing our very real feelings for each other. I'm contemplating on sharing the news with a close family member today....or at least any day now. This contemplation is what brought me to this site. In my head, I know that my struggle is not atypical at all....but it is MY struggle nonetheless. I'm working my way around to asking a question of you all, but I don't really know what the question is. Maybe that's what my main problem entails. I don't know how to feel, what to do next, if there's a need to do anything at all. At any rate. Here I am. Saying hello. "Hello!" I hope to engage in many stimulating conversations and get a better grip of myself while I'm here.
Hello and welcome to the community! (*hug*) I wish you the best for the future. This site is a great place for figuring out yourself and getting to know other intelligent people with similar issues. Good luck with everything!
Hello and welcome to your newest chapter in life. Many of those who use this site will give great advice, tell you about their trials and errors, and make you feel a little less alone when it comes to finding the right fit in your relationship whether its hetero or homo. So don't be shy, start posting when you're ready and we will be happy to lend an ear and answer any questions you might have as best we can.
Thank you for the welcome. It's nice to know that most here are friendly. Unfriendly people are exhausting. ---------- Post added 26th May 2015 at 03:04 PM ---------- Hello to you too, and thank you for the welcome! ---------- Post added 26th May 2015 at 03:05 PM ---------- Thank you for the welcome, it's really cool to be received. ---------- Post added 26th May 2015 at 03:07 PM ---------- Thank you, and yes...an "ear" is sometimes just what the doctor ordered. I plan to get comfy, share and also hear about other's experiences.
Hi... :welcome: Great to have you here. Everyone is so lovely here. I think of EC as a little oasis of friendship, kindness and caring. You don't know how to feel, what to do next, or if there's a need to do anything at all. It is not a case of getting a grip of yourself, this is a massive step, and not anything to be taken lightly. Be assured however, you are among friends who will help and reassure you. It's wonderful having you here, and whatever direction you feel you need to take, please enjoy being here and hoping you feel more comfortable in yourself very soon. (*hug*)
hi! it sounds like you really care about your current partner so hopefully you two are able to stick through this time...it can definitely put some strain on relationships.