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Title: Hello!
Post by: ferretboi7312 on August 12, 2026, 01:25:36 PM
Post by: ferretboi7312 on August 12, 2026, 01:25:36 PM
Hey everyone! I was finally able to access my old account after YEARS. I had made a new account as I thought this one had been lost, but here it is! I am so happy to be in this space with you all.
My name is Ozrik, many folks just call me Ozzie or Oz- I say follow your heart and call me what resonates with you.When I made this account, I was just coming out as trans- and at the time I was a very binary trans man, mostly because I did not know anything else existed. These days though, I feel more like a gender meatloaf- a mysterious mix of all kinds of things- that somehow come together to make me. I consider myself a nonbinary trans person. Currently, I use they/them or he/him pronouns- but have been thinking about exploring other options because there truly are so many ways to be yourself- many of which I probably have not yet discovered.
It has been so delightful to look back at my old posts. Many pictures of myself and details of my transition have been lost over the years. There was a time when I really did not want to look at myself, and so a lot of pictures and things were deleted because of that. I am so pleased to see my old writings. Everything felt so overwhelming back then- it is so weird to read some of those things all these years later, and to know I made it through them.
Susan's Place honestly saved my life when I first came out. I felt really alone and was bullied at school. The support I received here was a lifeline, and I always find myself returning to this platform even after all this time. I am so glad this place is still thriving.
I enjoy being outside (hiking, walks, biking), reading, and listening to music. I also really love animals- my partner and I are the proud parents of two reptiles (bearded dragon and leachie gecko) and three beetles (2 blue death feigning beetles, and 1 diabolical ironclad beettle). I love meeting new folks, and I am so excited to be back.
My name is Ozrik, many folks just call me Ozzie or Oz- I say follow your heart and call me what resonates with you.When I made this account, I was just coming out as trans- and at the time I was a very binary trans man, mostly because I did not know anything else existed. These days though, I feel more like a gender meatloaf- a mysterious mix of all kinds of things- that somehow come together to make me. I consider myself a nonbinary trans person. Currently, I use they/them or he/him pronouns- but have been thinking about exploring other options because there truly are so many ways to be yourself- many of which I probably have not yet discovered.
It has been so delightful to look back at my old posts. Many pictures of myself and details of my transition have been lost over the years. There was a time when I really did not want to look at myself, and so a lot of pictures and things were deleted because of that. I am so pleased to see my old writings. Everything felt so overwhelming back then- it is so weird to read some of those things all these years later, and to know I made it through them.
Susan's Place honestly saved my life when I first came out. I felt really alone and was bullied at school. The support I received here was a lifeline, and I always find myself returning to this platform even after all this time. I am so glad this place is still thriving.
I enjoy being outside (hiking, walks, biking), reading, and listening to music. I also really love animals- my partner and I are the proud parents of two reptiles (bearded dragon and leachie gecko) and three beetles (2 blue death feigning beetles, and 1 diabolical ironclad beettle). I love meeting new folks, and I am so excited to be back.
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: Devlyn on August 12, 2026, 01:33:17 PM
Post by: Devlyn on August 12, 2026, 01:33:17 PM
Hey Ozzie, welcome back! I have two reptiles too... although they call themselves cats. 🤣
Here's a copy of our welcome pamphlet, a few things may have changed since your last visit. See you around the site!
Hugs, Devlyn
Things that you should read
Here's a copy of our welcome pamphlet, a few things may have changed since your last visit. See you around the site!
Hugs, Devlyn
Things that you should read
- New Members... Please Read this First (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,250343.msg2295001.html#msg2295001)
- Site Terms of Service & Rules to Live By (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,2.0.html)
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- Cautionary Note (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,82221.0.html)
- How to Contact Forum Staff Members (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,246913.0.html)
- Standard Terms & Definitions (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,54369.0.html)
- News posting & quoting guidelines (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,174951.0.html)
- Photos, avatars, & signature images
(https://www.susans.org//index.php/topic,59974.msg383866.html#msg383866)
- Crisis Support and Help Groups (https://www.susans.org/index.php?topic=249512.msg2286371#msg2286371)
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: tammy753 on August 12, 2026, 01:34:22 PM
Post by: tammy753 on August 12, 2026, 01:34:22 PM
Welcome back!
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: Maid Marion on August 12, 2026, 01:43:49 PM
Post by: Maid Marion on August 12, 2026, 01:43:49 PM
Welcome back Ozzie!
Marion
Marion
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: Lori Dee on August 12, 2026, 02:38:24 PM
Post by: Lori Dee on August 12, 2026, 02:38:24 PM
Welcome back!
If you like, we can combine the two accounts into one. Forum policy is only one account per member. Since both of your accounts are still active, we can move all the posts from one to the other, then delete the "empty" account.
You don't need to reply here. I will flag Danielle, our Administrator, so she is aware. She will email you to verify that you own the accounts. Then she can work her magic. You can also email her directly at AlaskanDanielle@yahoo.com.
I'll start the paperwork on this end, then you and Danielle can work out the details via email.
It's good to have you back!
@Northern Star Girl
If you like, we can combine the two accounts into one. Forum policy is only one account per member. Since both of your accounts are still active, we can move all the posts from one to the other, then delete the "empty" account.
You don't need to reply here. I will flag Danielle, our Administrator, so she is aware. She will email you to verify that you own the accounts. Then she can work her magic. You can also email her directly at AlaskanDanielle@yahoo.com.
I'll start the paperwork on this end, then you and Danielle can work out the details via email.
It's good to have you back!
@Northern Star Girl
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: ferretboi7312 on August 12, 2026, 02:52:29 PM
Post by: ferretboi7312 on August 12, 2026, 02:52:29 PM
Quote from: Devlyn on Yesterday at 01:33:17 PMHey Ozzie, welcome back! I have two reptiles too... although they call themselves cats. 🤣
Here's a copy of our welcome pamphlet, a few things may have changed since your last visit. See you around the site!
Hugs, Devlyn
Things that you should read
- New Members... Please Read this First (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,250343.msg2295001.html#msg2295001)
- Site Terms of Service & Rules to Live By (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,2.0.html)
- Site Policies and stuff to remember (https://www.susans.org/index.php/board,492.0.html)
- Changing Your Forum Name (https://www.susans.org/index.php?topic=196460.msg2270355#msg2270355)
- Membership Agreement (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,216851.0.html)
- Cautionary Note (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,82221.0.html)
- How to Contact Forum Staff Members (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,246913.0.html)
- Standard Terms & Definitions (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,54369.0.html)
- News posting & quoting guidelines (https://www.susans.org/index.php/topic,174951.0.html)
- Photos, avatars, & signature images
(https://www.susans.org//index.php/topic,59974.msg383866.html#msg383866)
- Crisis Support and Help Groups (https://www.susans.org/index.php?topic=249512.msg2286371#msg2286371)
Thank you for the welcome! Lol it is funny you say that because my reptiles tend to remind me of cats. They certainly seem to have overlap in terms of strong opinions and personalities- cats and reptiles are truly lovely.
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: ferretboi7312 on August 12, 2026, 02:53:57 PM
Post by: ferretboi7312 on August 12, 2026, 02:53:57 PM
Quote from: Lori Dee on Yesterday at 02:38:24 PMWelcome back!
If you like, we can combine the two accounts into one. Forum policy is only one account per member. Since both of your accounts are still active, we can move all the posts from one to the other, then delete the "empty" account.
You don't need to reply here. I will flag Danielle, our Administrator, so she is aware. She will email you to verify that you own the accounts. Then she can work her magic. You can also email her directly at AlaskanDanielle@yahoo.com.
I'll start the paperwork on this end, then you and Danielle can work out the details via email.
It's good to have you back!
@Northern Star Girl
Thank you so much! I really appreciate the help. Combining the accounts would be lovely- I will keep an eye out in my email for next steps to combine the two. Thank you for the welcome!
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: Briana22322 on August 12, 2026, 03:44:38 PM
Post by: Briana22322 on August 12, 2026, 03:44:38 PM
I myself just joined, and I agree, it's an amazing place! Welcome back dear!Great to have you with us once again.😊
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: Stottie Girl on August 12, 2026, 04:23:59 PM
Post by: Stottie Girl on August 12, 2026, 04:23:59 PM
Hi Ozzie,
I've already posted on one of your other posts but it feels rude not to post a welcome on here too so:-
Hi! I'm Sarah, 50 from Northern England. It's very nice to meet you.
I'm also an outdoorsy person. I love hiking , wildlife and landscape photography and road cycling. I am fighting my way back to fitness (or thinness!) so I can get back out in amongst the hills again as I miss it so much.
I've already posted on one of your other posts but it feels rude not to post a welcome on here too so:-
Hi! I'm Sarah, 50 from Northern England. It's very nice to meet you.
I'm also an outdoorsy person. I love hiking , wildlife and landscape photography and road cycling. I am fighting my way back to fitness (or thinness!) so I can get back out in amongst the hills again as I miss it so much.
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: Rochelle on August 12, 2026, 04:38:01 PM
Post by: Rochelle on August 12, 2026, 04:38:01 PM
Welcome back 💚
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: Jillian-TG on August 12, 2026, 04:40:43 PM
Post by: Jillian-TG on August 12, 2026, 04:40:43 PM
Welcome back
Title: Re: Hello!
Post by: ChrissyRyan on August 12, 2026, 11:26:59 PM
Post by: ChrissyRyan on August 12, 2026, 11:26:59 PM
Oz,
Welcome back!
Chrissy
Welcome back!
Chrissy