Well Here We Are

I am an admittedly not the best when it comes to engaging with fandom. Mostly because it tends to freak me out. I'm never sure what the rules are. Is there a specific way I'm supposed to introduce myself? Will others think I'm not a "real" fan? What is the best dish to bring to a potluck? Generally I default to a dessert, but sometimes people don't like dessert. I don't understand those people, but I understand that they exist. In all honestly, I don't know what I'm doing here but that's pretty much par for the course.