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Just wanted to say hello and introduce myself. Im a man who happens to be gay from Chicago. Its hard to find forums online that are decent these days, but this looks like a great one! Also, I work in advertising and am an ice hockey goalie. Looking forward to good, thoughtful discussions! 😊
MutantAndProud
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(we!!, there are a few exceptions, but too few to mention(
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Fla Dem
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So many wonderful members/posters.
Everyday EarlG, one of DU's founders posts "Anniversaries and Posting Milestones". I am gob smacked everyday at the number of individuals who have been active members for over 20 years, and even the ones 5, 10, 15 plus years.
https://democraticunderground.com/10181827165
Hope you're with us for many years.
sheshe2
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(6,510 posts)Former Chicagoan as well. Its so much better here. Its ok to spout your feelings here. We're mostly friends.
The Unmitigated Gall
(4,710 posts)claudette
(5,455 posts)Welcome!!!👋🥲
MiHale
(12,450 posts)Have fun here. Goalie, huh?
I wouldnt play any other position. I love playing goal, it is endlessly challenging and its a learning process that never ends.
niyad
(129,016 posts)MOMFUDSKI
(7,080 posts)going to love it here. Welcome aboard!
Thank you all for the welcome! Clearly I have landed in the right place!
MLAA
(19,641 posts)Welcome!
LoisB
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(44,345 posts)Make yourself at home.
Mr.Bill
(24,906 posts)Just kidding, welcome to DU.
Auggie
(32,777 posts)another ad worker here. Client or agency? Creative, account/brand management, media, or ...?
And on the production side!
Pleased to make your acquaintance!
twodogsbarking
(17,224 posts)thatcrowwoman
(1,230 posts)Perfect timing! Sunday brings SalmonChantedEvenings Lolcats!
🕊thatcrowwoman
colorado_ufo
(6,191 posts)bottomofthehill
(9,326 posts)I am a long time hockey fan going back to the Big Bad Bruins of the 1970s and since. I was a big Tony Esposito fan bud did not like his brother Phil of Chicago Blackhawk fame. I was crushed when the Bruins traded Espo for Brad Park and others.
Welcome
1WorldHope
(1,814 posts)I couldn't stop. I'm a retired sign language interpreter. I have too much time on my hands compared to when I was working
But I enjoy at least 2 hours a morning on DU. A little more in the afternoon... My only warning is be aware of the potential for addiction. 😜. 🤟
BlueTexasMan
(179 posts)Hope you find open ears and minds here to tickle your fancy. Writing you back from the Kerrville Folk Festival where 3000 musicians are gathered for a couple of weeks of picking and grinning here in central Texas.
KS Toronado
(22,548 posts)May your ice always be frozen.
Welcome aboard!
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(11,276 posts)Generic Brad
(14,374 posts)Glad to make your acquaintance.
Aristus
(71,450 posts)CaptainTruth
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sinkingfeeling
(56,961 posts)mopinko
(73,227 posts)this is a great place. best moderated spot on the web.
Im in Ravenswood! Love RP!
COL Mustard
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(2,463 posts)You have indeed found a great group of people here.
pnwmom
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(19,106 posts)Upthevibe
(9,926 posts)Welcome!
Emile
(39,858 posts)MuseRider
(35,070 posts)This is a really nice home on the Internet. Settle in and enjoy yourself.
ChazII
(6,448 posts)welcome to a great family.
Tikki
(14,999 posts)Looking forward to your posts.
Tikki
I_UndergroundPanther
(13,324 posts)Welcome to DU!!!😸👍
Chi67
(1,269 posts)...so much! Wow! This definitely seems like a great place! I will be posting for sure!
Skittles
(168,942 posts)welcome to DU, Chi67!