Well hello

[Callie15]

My name is Calliope Marie. I am from Minnesota and have only recently "came out" to my wife and close family. Somesslips along the way have forced my hand as has ever changing appearance so family functions sometimes get awkward. I have known I was trans ever since I read the book 'commitment hour' when I was like 14. I had the sense beforehand but not the words to articulate. Anyway fast forward 26 years and that brings us to today. Typing to you gals and guys about the craziness all of you have felt at one time or another. My third wife is incredibly selfless and supportive. I have a number of children from my second and first wives some adopted some not, all of which I no longer see. I am sad for that but happy in life and in the end happiness is the goal all of us are aspiring to, no?

[Carolyn Marie]

Welcome to the Playground, Calliope. I like that name a lot, not to mention your middle name. I am very glad to hear of the support from your wife. Couples staying together is so important, but all too rare.

Please look around the forums and Chat, post in any forum thread and ask whatever questions you have, and we'll do our best to answer honestly. We aren't therapists, of course, but there is a wealth of experience here.

When you have a chance, please check out the site rules (Terms and Conditions) as they help us keep the site safe. A link is found at the lower right of every page.

HUGS

Carolyn Marie

[Charlize]

Welcome to Laura's. It is certainly a place where many know of the trials and triumphs of transition. Glad you have joined us.

Hugs,

Charlize

[Dawn]

Yes, welcome Calliope! It is great that your wife is being supportive, I'm lucky to have this as well.

Dawn

[gennee]

Hi Calliope and welcome to Laura's. It's wonderful having a supportive spouse. I have one.