Yeah, this is one of thoes Long-time-lurker-finally-broke-down-and-got-a-subscription-don’t-judge-me threads.
I’m almost 29, usually happily married, & I live in Columbus OH with my husband , roomates & 3 kitties. I’m ready for whatever initiation there is to this place. I understand it involves squid.
Fire Away!
dons helmet 
Cite?
It is customary, when mentioning any cuddly pet, to provide photos. Yes, even squid, if it’s YOUR PET squid.
Welcome, now where’s the pie?
Yes, I know. Sadly, I have niether squid nor photos. I will work on this (photos, not squid)
How do you feel about pecan?
Any pie is welcome along with beer, lots of beer.
Look out for the goat BTW
Goat?
A fundamental part of the traditional SDMB initiation ceremony. If the goat can be caught in time, that is …
Oh Crumbs.
I forgot about the goat…
New and clueless? No problem - the rest of us are old and clueless
Howdy, neighbor!!!
Hello janis_and_c0. Be welcome. Enjoy your stay! 
Hi! I’m almost 30 and live in Columbus, OH with my husband, dog, and kitties. No roommates, though–we’re hermits.
Welcome!
Hi New and Clueless!
What brought you to subscribe?
Welcome, welcome!
You will find a pleasing musical introduction to the SDMB here. 
Ye cannae be that clueless, or you wouldnae be talking to us - Welcome aboard! I’ve got this pecan pie that’s been marinating in Jack Daniels for you to share.
Welcome!
Wow!
Thanks for all the welcomings!
bbs2k :
It was My early birthday present to myself.
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Sunspace:** that was made of AWESOME!
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Le Ministre de l’au-delà:** That sounds SO GOOOOOOOOOD.
& Close neighbors are always cool!
So how long have you been crushing on me?
Hi! Welcome!
The buffet is set up in room 229. Don’t mind the water on the floor, just be careful of the calimari.
yells Hal, did you oil up the Robogoat ™ after the last [del]initiation[/del] welcome party? I hope it’s not all rusty!
Welcome! Be sure to pop into the MMP, because we’re nice, dammit! 