As a new member to the Crossdressers forum I'd be interested to know, particulalrly form other newbies, about why they joined and what they expect to get from being a member. I'm a person who spent a long time in isolation (as far as dressing goes) and being on here I feel that I'm part of a wider community of like minded people where you're accepted for what you are without being judged by anyone. So far its certainly been interesting, in a short space of time I've seen some wonderful posts giving great advice on many subjects, seen some funny stories, some very sad and some of particular relevance to myself. I also had a eye-opening discussion with the partner of a CDer which really altered my attitude to how I treat my SO with regards to my dressing, and I've been contacted by someone who lives not far from me about meeting one day (something I would'nt have dreamed of a few weeks ago) On the other hand I've also seen some bitchiness off some members, which suprised me a little (I won't go into details but I was accused of doing something I have not or ever would do..) So, what do others think, is it what you expected or have you been suprised at what you've found?