Man, looking back at my profile it's almost funny how things went. Full disclosure, my life's been pretty turbulent. I've dealt with homelessness, bigoted family, abusive partners, and a generally unhelpful state. I'm currently transitioning houses once again and found myself reflecting.

I'm thankful for the people I've met on the internet, the ones who have supported me throughout it all. I know I've been difficult, stubborn in my refusal to ask for help and adamant in my unworthiness. Thank you for showing me the toxic places in my life and for seeing the value that I couldn't. Thank you for taking me seriously and respecting my boundaries... And for putting up with my bouts of emotional vomit. Regardless of what happens next, you have helped me to become resilient, aware, and determined. You helped me become a person.

I step forward and I find myself with a desire I often pursued, but never experienced. I want to create things, to define myself, to captivate listeners and provide a place of cultivation. I feel a great love for the world. Such desires would have terrified me a few weeks ago. I've been tempered by the compassion and the fury of my friends.

I am unsure if I will progress using this profile or start something new entirely, but to whom it may concern: I'm doing just fine.