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Hrt ......My journey has begun.


Rachael

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Today marked another milestone. Today  I received a call from my doctor and she said the labs were good and felt comfortable starting spiro and estradiol. I know the Meds have not had time to change things, but finally being able to take the Meds and knowing that things will get better has given me a huge mental boost. I cannot thank everyone enough for sharing their stories, hopes and words of encouragement. The stories have given me strength and hope to continue. 

I am on top of the world. ?

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Sounds like I have someone else that needs the standard instructions given to them:

Get the chin strap on your hard hat fastened in place.  Buckle all safety belts and cinch them snugly, keep your hands and feet inside the car at all times.  (Bell rings and roller coaster ride takes off.

Congratulations.

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You'll be on that high perch for quite a while, Rachael, not only because of what you've accomplished, but for every little, subtle change you'll experience over the coming weeks and months.  For you as it was for most of us, it is the culmination of a lifelong dream.  Every day from here on will be an adventure.  Enjoy the feeling!

HUGS

Carolyn Marie

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And somewhere off in the near distance, when you least expect it, the Boob Fairy will pay you a visit. It marks the seven years of puberty you cannot escape.

You will learn a new definition of tender! Be aware of your wingspan and be wary of those nasty mean door edges that jump out.

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Thanks everyone. It does seem it took a long time to get to this point. I have to pinch myself to make sure that it is real. ❤️

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It's a wonderful feeling when you are on your way Rachael.

Congrats

Cynthia -

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Congratulations on this step!  It's a big one.  I know i simply floated for weeks on my lovely pink cloud.

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

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Thanks for all the well wishes. 

It's been just five short days I feel so wonderful. I know there will be rough times ahead, but how can anything that feels so right be bad. 

Dreams really do come tru. 

 

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Somewhere, I think in the AA Big Book, I read something about "peace and serenity that surpasses all understanding" I did not know then what I know now; they must have been talking about Estrogen! Giggle.

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I have found that the joy of the journey has gotten better as the months go by. Just over 8 months and still on cloud 9. 

Congratulations on your journey. Hold on for the ride and in joy the adventures as they come. 

Hugs 

Shawnna 

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Yesterday was my three month checkup the labs are not back yet. 

I was not sure what to expect as the dr i am seeing is closing her pratice and moving. i was scared there would be no one to continue. Surprise she found someone to take her patients and refered me to another dr that would continue my care. I felt I moved from cloud 9 to cloud 10 if thats possible. I have been feeling so good since abouth the fifth week the feeling is hard to describe most of you would know it. I am less angry, not as argumentive, and the emotional ,and mental benifits have been worth the journey its like someone gave me my life back.

i felt so good i called my sister and talked for two hours i also told her about my journey so far. She said that she was so glad to know that i found someone to help me with the journey. Now realize that she is a counselor and a pastor, minister ( i get those confused) the lines sounded textbook if you will. It was great to hear that she supported me. Other than the group here she is only the second person i have told that i am on hrt. Only the peole in the pflag support group and others in the lgbtq community know i an transgender.

 today i went to sign up at the new clinic and then had a foot dr appontment it was so nice to here people calling me Rachael. 

thanks to everyone here for  your story's of inspriation and support. 

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Hi Rachael and congratulations on hitting the three month mark.   That's great that your doctor was proactive in finding another doctor for their patients.  The change in your base hormone from T to E will certainly lead to the benefits you described.  I've glad you feel your life is in order.  Very good that your sister was there to speak with and offer some support.   I'm sure you will feel better about letting others know you are on HRT, but I think they will soon figure it out themselves from the changes they see in you.   Keep up the good work! 

 

Jani

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That cloud (#10) sounds very familiar.  Oddly it remains still 5 + years later.  There have been bumps and storms along the way.  This transition thing has it's difficult times as well but with the community here and the friends, relatives and allies i've made along the way i am at peace more than i ever thought possible.

I am glad to hear your finding the same Rachael.  

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

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Awe, congratulations Rachael!!! Sounds like you are about a week farther along than I am. I got my 3 month mark next week, and I know exactly how you feel. These past few months have been incredibly. I'm so happy everything is working out for you. 

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