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Hello All,

I have finally made up my mind that I am going to do something about my long suffering inner womanhood. I am 53, and have known since I was a little kid, that I was different than my twin brother, as well as other boys. I have always felt that I should have been a girl, and have been tortured emotionally, and spiritually my entire life trying to fit in, and be the man's man, that society says I should be. My story is very similar to others with gender issues... over-achiever, several failed relationships, children I adore, macho hobbies, pilot etc...

I do consider myself luckier than most, because, I did finally find a woman who loves me for who I am... girlyness and all.

In the beginning of our relationship. I came clean, and told her of my gender issues, and that I wanted to have a relationship based on total trust... no more hiding my panties in the garage for this girl...

We just recently celebrated our 10 year anniversary, and with the kids all married off, and having their own families, I finally feel it's my time...

I hope to learn from all of you, and to contribute to help others. I do not really know how far I am planning on transitioning, but, this girl is ready to start living an emotionally and spiritually happy life.

I recently came across a support group in Sarasota. FL and I am trying to get the guts to call the organizer... JB

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Welcome to Laura's. I found this place a few years ago and it has helped me find a path. Hope you find the same.

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Hello Joann,

Welcome to Laura's Playground.

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High Joann. I'm guessing I have attended the group you are referring to for several years. When you get five posts, feel free to contact me if you like. Sarasota and St. Pete are far more trans friendly than I spent a lifetime believing

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Michelle

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Welcome to the Playground, Joann. Congrats on having such a wonderful relationship with your S/O, and for taking the plunge into joining us here at LP. You'll find we have a lot to offer in terms of information, resources and friendship. Please ask whatever questions come to mind.

HUGS

Carolyn Marie

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Hi, Joann! I live nearby and will tell you that the Sarasota support group is outstanding. Please do contact the organizer. She will require you to come in and see her for a short session before attending the group, but she doesn't charge for it. She is an amazing therapist and the best group moderator I could ever hope for. Also, (most of) the ladies in the group are absolutely wonderful. You can look forward to an environment of support and kinship. If you do decide to take this important step, I will see you in a couple weeks! Once you've reached 5 posts and can use PM, message me and I'll give you more details. Hope to see you soon!

~Seanna

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Guest Joannblack53

Thank You all for the warm welcome!

I will be contacting the organizer of the Sarasota group this week,so I can attend the meetings.

My wife is really encouraging me to attend as well.

I hope you all have a nice holiday. Joann

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Welcome Joann :)

It's never too late to be yourself. I hope you enjoy your time here on our forums, post away as the mood strikes ya...

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