**HOT** new BFP'er... (proof included)

ComparedToWhom · 09-03-2010, 12:47 AM

Heck yeah, I said "HOT" and here's the proof:

EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ TO 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ FRIDAY... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN PHOENIX HAS ISSUED AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM MST FRIDAY. * TEMPERATURE: HIGH TEMPERATURES 110 TO 115. FORECAST DAYTIME HIGHS INCLUDE 111 AT PHOENIX SKY HARBOR...113 AT YUMA...EL CENTRO...AND IMPERIAL...110 AT CASA GRANDE...AND 114 AT GILA BEND. *

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I stumbled across this site while looking for articles and resources on behalf of a young person who is struggling with gender identity/expressions issues. Having perused the site a bit, I figured why not jump in since, well, it's too dang hot to go outside! Oh, and I think there are a few folks hanging out here who see themselves and the world much like I do; finding more of your tribe is always something to celebrate, eh? In some ways I feel like I hit the lottery when reading some of these threads as I was essentially raised in a gender neutral family, meaning I was free to be me from the first breathe. Thankfully, I've never been "in the closet" about my sexual orientation either. It's always been society's struggle with trying to define or box me in some way, which is likely why I'm allergic to labels and boxes and anything that is confining. Any label, name, etc., doesn't really allow for growth or change, plus they are really just a comparison to someone or something else... and I don't live by comparison. That being said, I live my life first and foremost with respect. If someone wants to ID a certain way and use specific terms, I'll most certainly use the language they prefer and celebrate that with them. I do a significant amount of volunteering and facilitating within the adult and youth GLBTQQIA community and have an enormously diverse group of friends, but I think having a relatively anonymous place here on-line does offer a different kind of support & education. Looking forward to being a part of a safe, respectful space here.... and cooler weather!

ComparedToWhom

ComparedToWhom · 09-03-2010, 02:07 AM

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ComparedToWhom

Interesting that the system allows me to quote myself. Can someone tell me how to edit your own post while the grammar police are still sleeping?? I'm not seeing such an option. Thanks...

always2late · 09-03-2010, 05:23 AM

Welcome to the Planet!

I think you can edit your own posts immediately after posting...but the option goes away after a bit.

Soon · 09-03-2010, 05:27 AM

Great Intro!

Welcome and enjoy!

Diva · 09-03-2010, 05:57 AM

CTW..............welcome Home.

morningstar55 · 09-03-2010, 06:42 AM

welcome to the planet

09-03-2010, 12:47 AM	#1
ComparedToWhom Junior Member How Do You Identify?: oh geez, a box... if I must, I"ll go with GeNdErQuEeR (100% all-natural, organic) Preferred Pronoun?: don't care as long as it's said respectfully Relationship Status: Rolling solo Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: On the road/trail (see pic)... refuel in the Valley of the Sun (AZ) Posts: 23 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 2 Thanked 55 Times in 13 Posts Rep Power: 553	HOT new BFP'er... (proof included) Heck yeah, I said "HOT" and here's the proof: EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MST /10 AM PDT/ TO 8 PM MST /8 PM PDT/ FRIDAY... THE NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE IN PHOENIX HAS ISSUED AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING...WHICH IS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TO 8 PM MST FRIDAY. * TEMPERATURE: HIGH TEMPERATURES 110 TO 115. FORECAST DAYTIME HIGHS INCLUDE 111 AT PHOENIX SKY HARBOR...113 AT YUMA...EL CENTRO...AND IMPERIAL...110 AT CASA GRANDE...AND 114 AT GILA BEND. * : I stumbled across this site while looking for articles and resources on behalf of a young person who is struggling with gender identity/expressions issues. Having perused the site a bit, I figured why not jump in since, well, it's too dang hot to go outside! Oh, and I think there are a few folks hanging out here who see themselves and the world much like I do; finding more of your tribe is always something to celebrate, eh? In some ways I feel like I hit the lottery when reading some of these threads as I was essentially raised in a gender neutral family, meaning I was free to be me from the first breathe. Thankfully, I've never been "in the closet" about my sexual orientation either. It's always been society's struggle with trying to define or box me in some way, which is likely why I'm allergic to labels and boxes and anything that is confining. Any label, name, etc., doesn't really allow for growth or change, plus they are really just a comparison to someone or something else... and I don't live by comparison. That being said, I live my life first and foremost with respect. If someone wants to ID a certain way and use specific terms, I'll most certainly use the language they prefer and celebrate that with them. I do a significant amount of volunteering and facilitating within the adult and youth GLBTQQIA community and have an enormously diverse group of friends, but I think having a relatively anonymous place here on-line does offer a different kind of support & education. Looking forward to being a part of a safe, respectful space here.... and cooler weather! ComparedToWhom

09-03-2010, 05:23 AM	#3
always2late Senior Member How Do You Identify?: Femme Preferred Pronoun?: m'lady Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 2,000 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 1,834 Thanked 6,231 Times in 1,462 Posts Rep Power: 21474854	Welcome to the Planet! I think you can edit your own posts immediately after posting...but the option goes away after a bit. __________________ Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing and rightdoing there is a field. I'll meet you there ~ Rumi

09-03-2010, 05:57 AM	#5
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09-03-2010, 06:42 AM	#6
morningstar55 Senior Member How Do You Identify?: femme,she Preferred Pronoun?: she,her, Relationship Status: very single Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: western NY Posts: 3,809 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 5,280 Thanked 4,240 Times in 1,845 Posts Rep Power: 21474855	welcome to the planet __________________ -------------------------------------------- life is to short to wake up in the morning with regrets so love the people who treat you right, forget about the ones who dont, and believe that everything happens for a reason. If you get a chance take it... if it changes your life let it.

09-03-2010, 05:27 AM	#4
Soon Infamous Member How Do You Identify?: femme Relationship Status: attached Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: . Posts: 6,896 My Photo Gallery Thanks: 29,046 Thanked 13,094 Times in 3,386 Posts Rep Power: 21474858	Great Intro! Welcome and enjoy!