Joining a new group.

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Registered: 10-08-2003
Joining a new group.
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Wed, 04-05-2006 - 12:49pm
So last night I met a whole new group of people. I took a chance and joined a softball group and I met a whole bunch of single 20 somethings to 40 somethings. All enjoying each others company and no weird/false pretenses. I made a couple of girlfriends instantly. We made plans for Saturday night already.
I had so much fun. It was relaxed and everyone was great. Anyway, I know we all talk about joining groups, but it's scary to throw yourself in a mix of people and not know anyone there. But it was so worth it!
I hope this helps if anyone has any fears about it.
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Registered: 11-01-2005
Wed, 04-05-2006 - 5:47pm

I am not athletic at all! I've been trying to work up the courage to join a group like that (frisbee, dodgeball, kickball), but I keep backing out because I was always the last one picked for the team in gym and I'm convinced people will hate me for throwing/kickinh like a girl. Ha ha.

But, I rocked at dodgeball.

I've heard so many people say it's a great way to meet new people, so I should just suck it up and try.

Thanks for sharing. :)

AJ, enjoying life with C.

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Registered: 11-01-2005
Wed, 04-05-2006 - 5:51pm

I'm like you...I am not athletic at all and very ungraceful. So I would fall flat on my face. I used to play volleyball but started to suck in high school. I was also a mean first base player as a kid with the neighborhood games...but alas, that didn't pan out either. I would love to join an intramural sport, but am afraid too.

But I'm a geek...I love Badminton. That I will break a sweat for, though it takes a long game and an intense partner to do it.

Ruby

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