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For starters, you can all call me Justin. It's not my real name, but it's the one I think I've come to prefer. I'm not entirely sure how to identify myself genderwise, mostly because I'm pretty unfamiliar with all of the different terms (transsexual, transgender, androgynous) so if I use one of those incorrectly, just let me know. ;) I've always known I was uncomfortable in my body but I didn't start to really think about it until a few months ago, and some internet research led me here! First off let me say what a great site this is. Everyone seems very welcoming and nice.

I guess I'll start out by saying that I've always identified with guys more. Throughout childhood and especially in my teen years my friends were all guys. I had a few girl friends, but I never felt like I fit in with them as well as I did with my guy friends. They all wore makeup and put thought behind their outfits and worried about their hair. I've never done any of that.

I like wearing guys clothes, although sometimes I'm forced into my girl clothes until I do my laundry ;). I'm definately more comfortable looking like a guy, and I'd like to be able to pass as one. One day I might even like to have the body of one, but that is a very VERY distant thought right now. Yet at the same time, I'm not entirely masculine either. I'm not a gearhead and I hate working with my hands. If I have the definition of androgynous down, I think that sounds more along the lines of what my identity might be, probably leaning towards male. If that makes any sense. Anyway I've been hanging around the forums for quite a while now and finally decided that sooner or later I would have to find my own answers instead of looking at other people's, so here I am.

As far as pronoun usage goes, go ahead and use the male pronouns for me. I like the feel of it better.

Looking forward to getting to know some people and posting some things!

Justin

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Guest AllisonD

Three of the usual welcome ladies are off on an adventure, so until Brenda or Carolyn or Mia arrives to welcome you...

WELCOME.

You have come to the right place.

The men will be along shortly I am sure to welcome you too.

Allison

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Guest ~Brenda~

Hi Justin and Welcome dude!!

First, I want to tell you that I am so glad that you have decided to join Laura's Playground!!! I also want you to know that you are very, very welcomed here so relax and post to the forums Justin!!

If you like pizza, I just got home with some and I would love to have you share it with me!!! I see that my dear friends have been really sweet in welcoming you!!

Don't worry about "labeling" yourself! Just, simply continue to learn who you are and what you are all about. We are all here to help you!!! Everything is going to be OK!!!

Welcome Justin my brother

Love

Brenda

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you are welcome Justin,with our family here,,

love you,,

you can take some steps and searching first about

all that terms to catch right meaning here:

http://www.lauras-playground.com/transgender_terminology.htm

when you do that sweetie you can plan about your self,

visiting therapy ,and so,,

go wisely,through plan limited by end time,,

don't waste time,I hope that I know your age,

but as I read your profile I don't know also ,but my guess

you are young 18-25

any how be happy

use time for your peace please,don't give people

more than love and kind,to controlling your life and future,,

love you

huggs

WELCOME WELCOME

Bulloo....

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Guest InkCloud

Wow! Thanks to everyone for the warm welcomes! I feel at home already. And you were pretty much right, mynw, I'll be 20 in a month. And to think I was nervous to make a post here!

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Hi, Justin. Please let me add my voice to the chorus of hello's from my sisters and brothers.

You've found a great place to be, as I think you've already noticed. Please check out the

various forums as well as the chat rooms. If you have questions that weren't already

addressed elsewhere, please do post them and answers you shall receive.

BTW, if no one has mentioned already, after 5 posts you can send private messages (PM's)

to other members if you wish.

Glad to have you with us. Learn and have fun.

Carolyn Marie

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