A Good Day At A Trans Support Group

[Guest Naomi Stardust]

I didn't feel comfortable taking the bus

the friend who was going to give me a ride is having car trouble

and my fall back cheaufer isn't comfortable with my nice clothes and that kind of makes me nervous too

so I went in "male" mode or as close to it that I am able to get...

But I got a hug from Kathleen Rose

(did I spell that wrong?)

and it was fun

and interesting

and I got a lot of ideas about how to change my name on various documents

and girl talk

and relationship talk

and such

but it bugs me that I am always so shy

I have no problem writing anything down no matter how personal

just let me print it out and hand it to you

but in person talking I am so insecure

at a party I am the silent one in a corner who seems to think that the potted plant is fascinating

but I think that I finally figured out why

yesterday at the group

everyone was instantly accepting

but I have not yet figured out how to accept myself

does that make any sense?

anyway it was a good evening

and Kat was there

so I'm happy for the moment

and that is worth celebrating

hugs

Naomi

[Guest]

Hi Naomi,

Yes, It was terrific to meet you!

And I left walking on air too - actually running (suffering stomach issues!).

The thing I took away from the meeting: many of the girls weren't "passing" but far more certain of themselves than I am. All it takes is self-acceptance. And there is something you can get from being in the physical company of others like yourself - Sad to say that Laura's can't do that. A real hug is priceless!

Let's do that again soon, okay?

Love, Kat