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I know the site is vastly female dominated but I just wanted to give a shout out to some of the guys and non-binary people who have personally inspired me in my time here. Because... just to see how, and who they are, reinforces what it means, and how important it is, to be yourself. I might not understand a lot of the struggles they have had, but I do understand the tenacity... the belief... and the way they approached life. Role models never think they are role models. They just do what they do.

Like Devlyn stated on another thread, I kind of go by direct contact with people, through members here. So I would like to mention a few. Most of you will have no idea who I am talking about, as they were here a long time ago. But just trust... they mattered to me.

Nero. My brother. A very troubled soul. But someone who... always knew what he wanted. Even when he thought the challenges were too hard to be able to achieve it. Someone who did a lot of good for a lot of people. He had a gentle way about him. A kindness borne from struggle.

Arch. Another good guy. Someone who approaches the world with temperance, and understanding. Always willing to listen to anyone, and offer whatever advice he could to anyone in need.

Taka. Kind of the same deal. The guys here tended to have qualities that are admirable in men.

Adrian.. my other brother. He went through so much but always cared about what other people were going through. He was a genuinely nice guy.

Ativan and Satinjoy. Both advocates for non-binary folks. They were passionate about this place having a strong non-binary place. And were tireless in making that a thing. They always made me think, and question.

It's kind of weird how things change. The site is more female dominated than probably ever. But... there have been a lot of people in my time here who have been inspirational, and role models who... also were.

Honorary mention to @Devlyn, though. She has always been a champion for equality, and seeing all sides of everything. Treating everyone with the same level of respect and understanding. Dev... for all our colourful relationship... you are one of my role models. I didn't always agree with you, but I always respected you. <3

We may not always see eye to eye, but I've always been able to look you in the eye. I know every name you listed there, they were all legends here.

We all need to remember to see people for who they are, understand that they're different from ourselves, and respect them for that.

Oh, you're a legend around here too. Don't ever forget that. 🙂

Hugs, Devlyn

I agree that @Sephirah is one of the legends here.

I have read many of Nero's posts, and I truly wish I had had the chance to meet him.