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The original was posted on /r/homeassistant by /u/smallbaconfry on 2026-05-21 10:48:52+00:00.
Been involved in this community forever! (over 12 years I think judging by my son's age, my first project was baby monitoring.) I've never taken time to say how awesome I find you all here, every single one. Although I don't fit what seems to be the stereotypical active user from the forums, tech inclined 50+ yo male, I always feel welcome and supported. So many things have changed through the years and seriously I feel old saying it but you never to the scene guys have no idea how much easier it is now and how good you've got it, but I wouldn't trade the learning curve or experience for anything! I can only laugh at what once took maybe days or weeks to figure out comparably being solved in moments. I'm so grateful you're all here to share your knowledge and I never thought I'd find a bond with a community like this. Keep getting excited over tracking those kitty poops or whatever project it is thats getting you excited this week you silly old men, I love you all! 🩷 Xx