When u say party, i though of cakes, candles, balloons and confettis. Guess I'm o

After the pandemic, it definitely felt weird getting back into the party scene. I hadn't gone out in ages until I checked out this gay event in Chicago last summer, and it felt so liberating! Everyone was just there to celebrate and have fun, reconnecting after such a long break. The energy was infectious, with people dancing and enjoying themselves like nothing had changed.

I remember feeling a bit nervous at first, but the welcoming vibe made it easy to relax. I met some really cool people and even danced with a few strangers. It reminded me how important those moments of connection are. So if you're feeling hesitant, maybe just start with something small or local.