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KIMM

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Hi All!

Stumbled across this site and I thought I’d see what the site had going on. I’ve gone through and read some posts and it appears to be a lot of new transitions. I wish I had known about this site back when I was transitioning, if it even existed. Some very good information has been distributed as I can see. Not sure I can add much except for personal experiences.

I am pretty much through with my transition. My life is pretty much no different than any other females. I work, play, and socialize with the world as it is. I blend well into society and I like it that way. I know there are some that do not approve of the way I am as I am not outspoken about whom I am. If for some reason I am asked, I am honest. I’m not out there on the front line fighting for equality like some fb friends. I don’t do the Pride thing either. Yes, I am proud of who I am but I prefer to just live my life and take care of my spouse. I am a caregiver.

 

I work for a consulting engineering firm. I have been at this company for a total of 27 years. Many people knew me before I transitioned as I started in this profession in 1980. I belong to national and local organizations of my peers, so as you might suspect some were quite shocked to learn of the new me. Another reason for not being all out there is I work in the corporate world. I deal with new people and hopefully let them see why our company should do their work. I go to construction sites to inspect work, meetings with owners, lunches with sales reps, and interact with society on a daily basis. I just don’t go around telling folks I am trans. Matter of fact, many times I completely forget I am trans.

 

I started my transition in 2012. Had my BA in 2013 and GRS in 2014. I’ll be 60 in 2 weeks. So don’t let your age get you down. If I can do it then so can you.

 

Thanks for taking the time to read my little bio. I've attached a few recent pics. The dress pic is what I am wearing in the office today.

 

KIMM

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Welcome KIMM to trans pulse forums ? Is 60 the new 40 ? You look great, thanks for your intro post, nice to meet you here.

 

We are close in age, I started my transition at 51, yes it's very rewarding, and most days, I don't think about being trans, just live. I am also in committed long term relationship, our marriage survived transition.

 

I look forward to reading more of your posts here, please join in.

 

Hugs

 

Cyndi -

 

 

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Welcome KIMM! You do look great!!

 

Hugs,

Brandi

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Hi Kimm,

Welcome to TransPulse. I'm glad you found us!

 

 

Lots of love,

Timber Wolf?

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Hi Kimm,

 

Welcome :)

 

Tracy

 

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Hello KIM.  Welcome to Transpulse.  We've been around quite a while as Laura's Playground before the recent name change.  A "seasoned" transitioner is always welcome.  We do have a people that are just starting on the journey of exploration so any experienced input is always welcome.  There is nothing wrong with blending in to society.  I am not publicly active in the community but do what I can behind the scenes.  Please join in the conversation when you can.  We'd love to hear from you. 

 

Jani

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Welcome Kim.  Glad you have joined us.  Your story can help others.  I know that as i saw others living as themselves it gave me a push to move forward.  Today like you i simply live my life.  As to age.....your a lovely young woman.  :D

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

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