# Introvert Attempts Introduction Thread
**URL:** https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774
**Category:** Miscellaneous and Personal Stuff I Must Share
**Created:** [November 12, 2012, 2:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774 "2012-11-12T14:05:16Z")
**Posts on this page:** 20
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### Author:  [@Nerdessence](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Nerdessence)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 2:05pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/1 "2012-11-12T14:05:16Z")
I know these sorts of threads aren’t particularly welcome by some of the _crustier_ members, but other people tend to like them, so I’ll take a stab at this.
Long time lurker and an intermittent poster the past month or so. I’m so gun shy of people, I’ve only checked a few threads for follow up comments.
What can I say about myself?
I’m thirty-three years old and married. One of those Childfree nutters who jokes about eating babies, but honestly just doesn’t want to hear (about) babies constantly, so I’m not adamantly hateful.
I own four cats: [Greta](http://www.flickr.com/photos/oramue/3414468441/in/set-72157594309659990), [Eli](http://www.flickr.com/photos/oramue/3434496164/in/set-72157594309659990), [Chloe](http://www.flickr.com/photos/oramue/4756114200/in/set-72157594309659990), and [Freddy](http://www.flickr.com/photos/oramue/3565437508/in/set-72157594309659990).
I suppose you could call me a curious monotheist who leans toward deism. I’m curious about the origins, nature and function of God as opposed to the Bible thumpin’ brand of Christianity I was raised with. Because of that, I feel following science news is essential. I particularly love studying about the human brain, robotics, and space.
I enjoy all the typical “nerdy” pursuits: gaming, roleplaying, reading, coloring books, photography, etc… I don’t consider myself a geek, though. I don’t follow memes or particularly like them. I try to avoid fans of things. As with all aspects in my life, I’m more private about my interests. The idea of conventions, for instance, makes me a nervous wreck. I also don’t like how it’s tarnished the reputation of **REAL** nerdy people who _are_ socially unaware, not too pretty, and interested in more than Ponies, Think Geek products, and webcomics.
I am very introverted, and that’s why I’ve been hesitant to start posting. I tried My Space, Facebook, Twitter, and blogging and all ended in disaster. I lack tact when I become passionate about my interests or when I feel threatened. I don’t even own a mobile phone, choosing an iPad instead. Offline, I have no social life beyond my parents and husband. Online, I have two friends. This is about all I can handle.
Still, I do enjoy a good discussion, and I like the more rational flavor of the SDMB. I know, not the most zany introduction thread, but this is who I am. If you don’t want me, just say so. 😃
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### Author:  [@phouka](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/phouka)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 2:38pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/2 "2012-11-12T14:38:08Z")
Welcome to the Straight Dope, **Nerdessence**. You sound like my kind of people (though I’m wildly extroverted, myself.)
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### Author:  [@tdn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tdn)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 2:57pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/3 "2012-11-12T14:57:48Z")
Apologize less. Post more.
And welcome! 🙂
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### Author:  [@sandra\_nz](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/sandra_nz)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 3:04pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/4 "2012-11-12T15:04:25Z")
You obeyed the cat picture rule. You can stay.
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### Author:  [@Dervorin](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Dervorin)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 3:31pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/5 "2012-11-12T15:31:43Z")
Yay cats! Yay cats with blue eyes! Yay multiple cats!
Yes, I miss my cats. Welcome to the board as a poster. Now, where did we put the goat?
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### Author:  [@tdn](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/tdn)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 3:50pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/6 "2012-11-12T15:50:27Z")
> [@Dervorin](#):
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> Now, where did we put the goat?
It’s next to the squid.
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### Author:  [@OttoDaFe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/OttoDaFe)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 3:54pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/7 "2012-11-12T15:54:55Z")
> [@tdn](#):
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> > [@Dervorin](#):
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> > Now, where did we put the goat?
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> It’s next to the squid.
Not anymore.
Mariah! You naughty girl! How many times do we have to tell you, _the goat is for company???!!!???_
ETA: welcome, **Nerdessence** , from a fellow introvert.
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### Author:  [@levdrakon](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/levdrakon)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 3:56pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/8 "2012-11-12T15:56:27Z")
You seem cool. Hi!
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### Author:  [@DrumBum](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/DrumBum)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 4:00pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/9 "2012-11-12T16:00:03Z")
> [@Nerdessence](#):
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> Online, I have two friends. This is about all I can handle.
Welcome !! Now you have three friends and perhaps many more before the day is done. But don’t worry. Most of us have had our shots. 😃
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### Author:  [@elbows](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/elbows)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 5:08pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/10 "2012-11-12T17:08:40Z")
No need to be shy in these parts! Go right ahead and be odd! There is odd all over the place, (try not to step in it!)
That’s part of it’s charm, and we lot like it just fine. So no need to apologize, just let it all hang out, we can take it!
So dive in, I say!
Welcome **Nerdessence**!
(All you lurkers, that’s right, I’m looking at YOU !!)
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### Author:  [@MoodIndigo1](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/MoodIndigo1)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 5:12pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/11 "2012-11-12T17:12:30Z")
Welcome, Nerdessence, a very fine introduction post. I wonder how many cat people are on the Dope. You’ll fit right in. 🙂
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### Author:  [@Cat\_Whisperer](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Cat_Whisperer)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 7:29pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/12 "2012-11-12T19:29:21Z")
A Childfree nutter? That sounds like a very logical position to me. 😃
(Also Childfree.)
Welcome! Have fun!
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### Author:  [@Vita\_Beata](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Vita_Beata)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 7:58pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/13 "2012-11-12T19:58:12Z")
Welcome Nerdessence, Beautiful cats and great photography! Hope you have fun here.
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### Author:  [@purplehorseshoe](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/purplehorseshoe)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 8:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/14 "2012-11-12T20:16:06Z")
Ah, you’ll probably fit right in around here. (Concur: those are some beautiful photos of beautiful cats!) **waves hello**
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### Author:  [@Anne\_Neville](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Anne_Neville)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 8:55pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/15 "2012-11-12T20:55:04Z")
Pretty kitties! Is Greta part Siamese? I have a Siamese mix.
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### Author:  [@Spice\_Weasel](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Spice_Weasel)
#### Post date: [November 12, 2012, 10:20pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/16 "2012-11-12T22:20:18Z")
You win for beautiful cat pics.
Welcome to the Dope. I think you will feel at home with our many introverts, myself included. Although I must venture to say it sounds like in addition to being introverted you also suffer from social anxiety. Don’t worry, we have that too. We’ve pretty much got everything.
I leave you with the best advice I can muster after six years posting here : embrace the friendly types, learn to ignore the jackasses, and never take yourself too seriously.
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### Author:  [@slightly\_askew](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/slightly_askew)
#### Post date: [November 13, 2012, 4:21pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/17 "2012-11-13T16:21:45Z")
Welcome! Another introvert chiming in – I don’t post often, but the dope is great.
Besides you have kitties, you’ll fit right in! Actually, if you could post any tips on getting good pics of cats… mine are always squinting because of the flash.
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### Author:  [@swampspruce](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/swampspruce)
#### Post date: [November 14, 2012, 11:13pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/18 "2012-11-14T23:13:25Z")
Welcome!
Calamari Up!
Nice cats.
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### Author:  [@FE3O4ENAIL](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/FE3O4ENAIL)
#### Post date: [November 14, 2012, 11:40pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/19 "2012-11-14T23:40:00Z")
Let me see if I got this.
You have a living space that you maintain, and there are four fuzzy animals living in it.
You feed these animals, take care of their waste, entertain them when they want entertainment, and put up with them when they are aloof.
And YOU think you own THEM?
Hope you find my lame attempt at humor grin-worthy, and stick around.
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### Author:  [@Rachellelogram](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Rachellelogram)
#### Post date: [November 15, 2012, 12:28am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/introvert-attempts-introduction-thread/640774/20 "2012-11-15T00:28:01Z")
Yay, fresh meat that isn’t an idiot! And has great pictures of cats that are all arty and shit! I would invite you to join the social anxiety support group, but it’s just a bunch of people sitting and glancing around nervously for an hour every week.
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