WHY HALLO' THAR'

i'm new to furry forums too, good for you telling your friends, i still cant, actually, i only came to terms with it myself like a month ago >.< but i'm glad to hear others are doing well in their furry lives! (love the avi btw, wolves forever!)
btw, anyone got a suggestion on how to tell friend and family without turning it into a huge deal?

i'm kinda afraid to