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Guest Vincent Gerken

Hello, my name is Vincent.

I'm FTM, 18 (though I turn 19 on the 24th of this month), and have been living openly as male for the past year, though I've known about myself since I was around twelve years old. I plan on beginning hormones as soon as possible, and right now it all depends on money, unfortunately.

It wasn't until about four months ago that I even gained the knowledge that I could get on hormones (I had very little knowledge about the subject at all, really). I've been with my fiance since our junior year of high school and am currently staying with her in the college dorm where I study art.

In the past I have tried to come out to my mother about being transgender, and was shut down each time, which did not surprise me as she has still not gotten over me dating a female. However, when I decided fully that I wished to go through with transitioning, I realized I had to make her listen. We had a long talk about it, and she unfortunately does not support my decision. Luckily enough, I have three very supportive sisters, several close friends and a wonderful fiance who understand and have been doing anything they can to support and help me with my decision.

I'm actually planning on seeing about an official name change today, so i'm hoping that all works out. There are no support groups at all around my area to my knowledge, so it is difficult to find others going through the same as I am to talk to. I hope that I can be a part of this online community, as I am in major need of help ^^;.

I have a bad habit of being pretty anti-social (I don't feel comfortable around many people in person), but I still try my best to be friendly to everyone. I'm a complete geek (anime, manga, art, random other bits of geekage), and hope to make a few friends here.

Till then, Thank you,

Vincent

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Guest Donna Jean

Hello, Vincent!

Welcome to the Playground!

It's great to meet ya!

Why don't you have a seat over here while I get you a hot piece of pizza and a cold drink and you can get comfy.....OK?

Now...Please take a minute to read the forum rules if you haven';t already...there';s a link at the top of most pages!

And...we moderate this forum to keep it safe!

I plan on beginning hormones as soon as possible, and right now it all depends on money, unfortunately.

Yeah, ain't that the way it always is? Money.....go figure....

Well, we'll have you hang around and post more and some of the others will be right be to say "Hi!"

So, kick off your shoes, wiggle your toes and make yourself at home!

It's nice to have you here!

HUGGS!

Donna Jean

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Guest ~Brenda~

Welcome Welcome Welcome!!!

Welcome to Laura's Vincent!!!

There are quite a few people here that have the same interests as you :)

Look around in the forums, you will see.

I think you and Neuro (Mike) will hit it off great :)

Welcome,

Love

Brenda

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  • Admin

Welcome to the Playground, Vincent! Glad to have you with us.

You will find a lot of good people here, and we specialize in support and friendship and information.

So please do post your questions and concerns in any forum.

You might want to check out the Chat Room too. There is a lot of fun and good folks over there, too.

It does require a separate registration, though.

Do you have a gender therapist picked out yet? If not, there is a list of G.T.'s by state on the site. You may also

get some help finding one through your college LGBT Center.

I look forward to seeing you around the forums.

Carolyn Marie

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I smell Pizza!

Oh hi, Vincent, I guess Donna Jean left the pizza for you, may I have a slice?

It is so good to have you here with us and I am glad to hear about your sisters, fiancee and friends - sorry about the parents.

You will find a lot of friendly people and all are willing to support and help you.

Welcome to our family.

Love ya,

Sally

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Guest swee'pea

Hi Vincent,

<<curtsey>>

Welcome to Laura's Playground.

Please feel free to come over and chat sometime.

The Chat room does require another registration that is separate from from your forums one.

Please read the chat room rules before coming in, and expect a short interview with one of the chat room moderators.

One of the things that they will ask you is if you read the rules. :)

We have FTM meetings -Mon & Fri 8pm est, and you are welcome to attend.

We all look forward to seeing you.

:wub: vanna

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Guest Vincent Gerken
Hi Vincent,

<<curtsey>>

Welcome to Laura's Playground.

Please feel free to come over and chat sometime.

The Chat room does require another registration that is separate from from your forums one.

Please read the chat room rules before coming in, and expect a short interview with one of the chat room moderators.

One of the things that they will ask you is if you read the rules. :)

We have FTM meetings -Mon & Fri 8pm est, and you are welcome to attend.

We all look forward to seeing you.

:wub: vanna

:))) THanks, that's great to know. I'll definitely check that out Monday! Everyone here seems really great!

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Guest Blaine

Hello! I like anime too! Send me a message sometime! I'll talk your head off. talking about art or anime and manga, is the only thing i can talk about without slurry my words together and getting tongue tied. I'm very antisocial to, but when it comes to art. I rule!

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