Coming Out To Siblings

[gennee]

I'm getting closer to the point that I don't have a desire to own any male clothing.

Right now, I'm sitting at my computer dressed in a red mock sweater and black

maxi skirt. Not wanting to take them off I know that I will have to when I go to bed pretty soon.

I have the feeling that I may break the news to my brother, sister, and nephew about

Genevieve. When that my happen I can't said but 2013 could be the year. I'm ready for

the repercussions but as I have mentioned when I come out to someone, there's no going back.

When the time is right I will do this.

[Guest ~Brenda~]

Dear Genevieve,

I wish you all of the luck in the world that your coming out goes as smoothly as possible.

Your friend.

Love.

Brenda

[Carolyn Marie]

Gennee, you've been around these boards long enough to know that one can never predict how coming out will go. My siblings were shocked; my brother was immediately supportive, and had already read quite a bit about the subject just from general interest. My sister was more deeply disturbed, but came around fairly quickly and has been a great supporter since. I hope your siblings react was well.

We'll be here to support you no matter what happens, just as you are always here to support us.

HUGS

Carolyn Marie

[Guest Gregg Jameson]

Gennee,

Best wishes to you whenever you choose to share more about yourself with your family.

The video you have shared on another thread is just fantastic!

So glad you have the love and support of your wife, your pastor, your church!

You also have our support here at Laura's!

Best wishes to you always!

Warmly,

Brad

[gennee]

Thank you all for your encouragement.

[Guest Julie_Mason]

Genevieve,

As Carolyn said, "...one can never predict how coming out will go...". This is very true. I am actually going to tell my brother and eldest sister today, and even though I have been beyond fortunate with the reactions Ive had from friends/family, Im still very worried how they (he especially) will react.

The one thing I can say for sure is that worrying too much about it before hand isnt very helpful.

If you worry this whole time that they will react badly, and they dont, then you have worried for nothing.

If you worry this whole time that they will react badly, and they do, then you have worried in advance for nothing, because all that worrying didnt change anything.

I should really practice what I "preach" more, I know... But sometimes we all succomb to wayword thoughts of worry.

Either way, have hope (not worry), and the Universe will unfold as it should.

Take care, dearheart, and Good Luck!,

-Julie M.<3

[Guest michelehaber]

Hi - I hope your coming out to siblings goes as smooth as mine. My sister has been wonderful and even went to listen to a all day talk on transgender issues. My mom has also been ok with my transition--she fades between support and denial but that's alright. My dad hasn't been in the picture since I was 6 and he is a angry man--so screw coming out to him. Now coming out to my friends has been another story--lost all of them. Well, except one of them who I think he wants to date me once I transition fully. Its all complex and I hope you do well in your journey of coming out. Love Michele

[Charlize]

Best wishes and keep us posted. It is best you tell them as you are already out to so many at church etc. I found it comes best from me. Again i hope you get the acceptance you need.

Hugs,

Charlie

[~Nova~]

Any updates?

[gennee]

Thank you al for your kind words. I have thought about it more in recent days.