Yes, each one of us was new, as are the many different & fascinating subjects we discuss, and now you!!
Optimistic?
Surely, for there is a unique boldness along with a driving curiosity members here share in common that, without such optimism we might not have joined ...like you!
..and Gratitude.
All whom have already posted, and many more you have yet to meet, are grateful, and together this manifests into something wondrous to share!