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I'll try! I still have no desire at all to start wearing skirts and dresses, and I don't have the curves to justify wearing women's jeans or slacks. I think the furthest I will go is maybe some pretty and androgynous tops one day. That's what appealed to me with the hoodie - it just looked so much nicer than any of those on offer from the men's department.
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Hannah Renee started following Is "not transitioning" really an option?
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Is "not transitioning" really an option?
Hannah Renee replied to ReturningMoon's topic in General Transition Issues
This is a good point. For instance, way back when I was still in grade school, my older brother and I learned how to play golf with our dad. It's always been a favorite pastime. When I went to my high school reunion a year and a half ago, I met the 40-something year old daughter of a former classmate. Her job and my family structure (adoption) got us talking, and she loves to play golf. Instant new friend. If I hadn't been transitioning, I would not have chosen that group of ladies to sit with. I've also enjoyed shooting for the past 50 years. I went to renew my concealed carry license last September, and there was one other woman, a couple years older, in attendance, and we connected. I've been to her home and met her husband, a retired pilot. I'm a retired air traffic controller, she works at a local airport museum. She's part of a small ladies shooting group, all aviation enthusiasts, and she and I have been to the range together. I've met some of the others, and we'll all go to the range as a group from time to time. Sorry. Long-winded way of saying that transitioning doesn't have to mean throwing away every aspect of the old you in order to grow as the real you. -
Ashley's Life from Start to Present
Ashley0616 replied to Ashley0616's topic in Transgender Biography
Get ready for another damn RANT! I have helped my ex that I had kids with over and over again! I told her at the beginning of the month I had a meeting in Jackson, MS for trans people. She said ok. Today she asked if I would help her move to her new apartment because her current one is getting unlivable the same freaking day as the meeting! She of course played it off like oh I don't remember you telling me that. I'm so pissed off right now that I can't see straight. I'm trying to keep my cool because I do have the kids and I don't want to bad mouth her to them! She makes it so hard to even just respect her. Every time her text message or phone call on my phone it feels like my blood boils! I seriously don't know how much crap I can take before I snap on her. She uses them as an excuse all the damn time! I have to end it before I use more colorful language! -
Vidanjali started following Hannah Gadsby's "Gender Agenda" Netflix special
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My husband and I watched this show last night. It's a platform for genderqueer comics and a response to Netflix's shoddy record of non-allyship, we'll say. “The last time Netflix brought this many trans people together, it was for a protest. So, progress!” Gadsby jabs in the trailer: https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/hannah-gadsby-netflix-special-gender-agenda-queer-comedy-1235907944/ Some of the comics were better than others. But overall I found it amusing, affirming, and joyful. Watch it and share what u think.
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Happy birthday @Jamey-Heather
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Thank you so much !!
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Happy Birthday Jamey, I do love the scarf, and think you look amazing in this picture. Hugs, Mindy
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Very pretty!!
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Ashley's Life from Start to Present
Ashley0616 replied to Ashley0616's topic in Transgender Biography
Thank you! I do feel better it took a while to feel better. -
Hugs and positive vibes for you @Ashley0616 I wish I could be there and really hug away your anxieties. Have you tried a dark room, meditation, and maybe hyperventilating into a paper bag, to ease your breathing pace? I'm also glad that you have a therapist who is available on short notice. Digital Hugs are still from the heart. >HUGS< Mindy
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Ashley0616 started following Shopping across the aisle.
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SHEIN, Temu and thrift stores is where I go to for clothes. Torrid, Mercari, Amazon and maybe soon Only Maker for shoes.
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Ashley's Life from Start to Present
Ashley0616 replied to Ashley0616's topic in Transgender Biography
My gender dysphoria is very bad today. I feel so anxious, depressed, distressed, and can't stand down there. I just need some help to get through the day. I'm having a real bad anxiety attack. My chest hurts from breathing so quickly. I'm trying to slow it down but it makes the chest hurt even more. None of my arms are numb so I know it's not a heart attack. Depression is pretty bad too. I want to accomplish things but I feel so depressed that I don't have the energy to do anything. My anxiety caused an anxiety attack which also caused vertigo. Things have gotten worse from Saturday. My body dysmorphia has gotten really bad that the thoughts of putting a hair tie down there to cut the circulation and then I wouldn't have it anymore. Ok it has now been an hour and a half from last and I feel much better. My therapist helped me out. I'm glad he was able to see me on such short notice. -
Mmindy started following Have you lost any friends as a result of this?
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Have you lost any friends as a result of this?
Mmindy replied to ReturningMoon's topic in General Transition Issues
This is great @Hannah Renee Hugs, Mindy -
Thank you! You are too kind!!
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@April Marie you look wonderful in all of those outfits. Hugs, Mindy
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Happy Birthday Karen, This was as nice gift, along with the implied acknowledgement of who you are. Acceptance, Mindy
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Loki feels masculine and doesn't know what to make of it.
Loki80 replied to Loki80's topic in Transgender Biography
I didn´t view it from that angle before. But it makes perfect sense. Like, for some butchness is a step in the right direction, and for others it can make them realize they are going in the wrong direction, or make. Thanks for pointing that out. -
April Marie started following Shopping across the aisle.
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I get the majority of my clothes online - Talbot's sales, eBay and Amazon - but I always shop the women's aisle when we go to Sam's Club and went shopping at a Talbot's Outlet with my wife in January - picked up a pair of slacks, a sweater dress, a sweater and a skirt. The salespeople didn't bat an eye.
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MaeBe started following Shopping across the aisle.
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I've been shopping online across the aisle for a while (Athleta, Gap, etc.). The first time shopping the women's section was for jeans with my wife just after the holidays. However, last week while I was traveling to LA my wife wanted to go to UNIQLO because there aren't any of their stores outside the coasts and she likes their style. So in we went and I 100% shopped the women's section. I bought two nice sweater tees and a blazer (since I don't have a jacket that fits over the chest very well anymore).
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Trying to see if I can link a picture from the gallery. I'm wearing one of my favorite tunics with maroon tights and tan ankle boots. I'm really happy with my hair as it continues to grow out. I still have a way to go to get to the length of my wig but love just being able to go natural. I haven't had the wig on in months now. An added benefit is that no matter what I'm wearing, my hair reminds me of who I am. At almost 70, I'm thrilled just to have hair!!!
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The continuing journey. I have been on low-dose HRT for over three months and am able to report there have been some small changes. However, the hoped-for calming of dysphoria is not yet apparent. At the end of February I had a blood test and sent it my endo together with a report of effects and progress. T was well down, estrogen was well up, seemingly fine for my situation. He was keen to hear of any progress with social transition. This, together with name-change, is normally a pre-requisite for a graduated increase in HRT. I explained to him that I had said from the outset that social transitioning was uncertain (typically age, circumstances) and that I wanted to try damping down GD. So, as I expected, the HRT level remains the same. After six months on HRT I have a consultation scheduled with my psychiatrist followed by one with the endo. Inevitably there will be discussion on transitioning and name change, and whether the GD has eased. Meanwhile I continue to see my therapist and buy clothes! Two weeks ago I celebrated my 80th birthday with my family. My wife gave me a voucher for beauty treatment at a trans-friendly clinic near us. That was emotional! Karen
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In my best T.Swift voice... "Are you ready for it?"
Erica Leigh replied to Erica Leigh's topic in Introductions Forum
It's remarkably frustrating when I hear that from her, especially since she's had knowledge of things since pre-engagement nearly 18 years ago now. Thank you for the sweet compliment -
In my best T.Swift voice... "Are you ready for it?"
MaeBe replied to Erica Leigh's topic in Introductions Forum
Oddly enough the "mid-life crisis" narrative has been popping into my head lately. Mostly because my friend, who has been accepting, keeps saying he's "too lazy to have a mid-life crisis". He's said it multiple times, so it's both "does he think that of me?" and then "could this possibly be...?" So I feel the struggle. You look lovely in those pictures!
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By Mirrabooka · Posted
I'll try! I still have no desire at all to start wearing skirts and dresses, and I don't have the curves to justify wearing women's jeans or slacks. I think the furthest I will go is maybe some pretty and androgynous tops one day. That's what appealed to me with the hoodie - it just looked so much nicer than any of those on offer from the men's department. -
By Hannah Renee · Posted
This is a good point. For instance, way back when I was still in grade school, my older brother and I learned how to play golf with our dad. It's always been a favorite pastime. When I went to my high school reunion a year and a half ago, I met the 40-something year old daughter of a former classmate. Her job and my family structure (adoption) got us talking, and she loves to play golf. Instant new friend. If I hadn't been transitioning, I would not have chosen that group of ladies to sit with. I've also enjoyed shooting for the past 50 years. I went to renew my concealed carry license last September, and there was one other woman, a couple years older, in attendance, and we connected. I've been to her home and met her husband, a retired pilot. I'm a retired air traffic controller, she works at a local airport museum. She's part of a small ladies shooting group, all aviation enthusiasts, and she and I have been to the range together. I've met some of the others, and we'll all go to the range as a group from time to time. Sorry. Long-winded way of saying that transitioning doesn't have to mean throwing away every aspect of the old you in order to grow as the real you. -
By Ashley0616 · Posted
Get ready for another damn RANT! I have helped my ex that I had kids with over and over again! I told her at the beginning of the month I had a meeting in Jackson, MS for trans people. She said ok. Today she asked if I would help her move to her new apartment because her current one is getting unlivable the same freaking day as the meeting! She of course played it off like oh I don't remember you telling me that. I'm so pissed off right now that I can't see straight. I'm trying to keep my cool because I do have the kids and I don't want to bad mouth her to them! She makes it so hard to even just respect her. Every time her text message or phone call on my phone it feels like my blood boils! I seriously don't know how much crap I can take before I snap on her. She uses them as an excuse all the damn time! I have to end it before I use more colorful language! -
By Vidanjali · Posted
My husband and I watched this show last night. It's a platform for genderqueer comics and a response to Netflix's shoddy record of non-allyship, we'll say. “The last time Netflix brought this many trans people together, it was for a protest. So, progress!” Gadsby jabs in the trailer: https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/hannah-gadsby-netflix-special-gender-agenda-queer-comedy-1235907944/ Some of the comics were better than others. But overall I found it amusing, affirming, and joyful. Watch it and share what u think.
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