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6 hours ago, ShawnaLeigh said:

Although she was in super high alert scanning for any weird look or comment from anyone.  She saw no one gave us more then a 1 second look.  A few cis women gave her nice smiles she said.

 

As I expected.  You both look good.

 

6 hours ago, ShawnaLeigh said:

On our trip however she reverted back to being afraid to go into a McDonald’s for breakfast food pick up.  The point being that coming out and presenting female out in public is hard for everyone.  You don’t just flip a switch and it’s all good.

 

Very true.  The nerves can only take so much at once.  It's a gradual process and taking a break is ok.  I frequently needed recovery time.  Sometimes I would revert for a whole day but it gets easier surprisingly quickly.

 

So happy to hear ya'll are safe and travel is going well.  Only 2,000 more miles to go!  ?

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2 hours ago, Jackie C. said:
6 hours ago, ShawnaLeigh said:

On our trip however she reverted back to being afraid to go into a McDonald’s for breakfast food pick up.

 

That's natural. McDonalds food is terrifying.

 

Jackie, did you ever think about doing stand-up?  ?

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25 minutes ago, Tori M said:

 

Jackie, did you ever think about doing stand-up?  ?

 

Goddess no. The idea of performing in front of a crowd is terrifying. I'd much rather be clever somewhere dark, warm and safe. I'm way too much of an introvert.

 

Hugs!

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39 minutes ago, Jackie C. said:

 

Goddess no. The idea of performing in front of a crowd is terrifying. I'd much rather be clever somewhere dark, warm and safe. I'm way too much of an introvert.

 

Hugs!

 

A lot of comics are introverts.  It's ok... you already have a captive audience here. :D 

I just love comedy.  I watch standup a lot.  Laughter really is great medicine!

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Jackie I love your witty remarks.  I was always afraid to speak publicly.  In college I was required to take a public speaking class.  Most took this as an underclassman, I put it off until my senior year.  Upperclassmen had to take a “tougher” version.  Well, I learned I actually could talk in front of a group.  Not saying everyone can, it’s more frightening than being transgender.

 

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2 hours ago, Willow said:

Well, I learned I actually could talk in front of a group.  Not saying everyone can, it’s more frightening than being transgender.

 

Yes, it is frightening the first time as one's old self, and extra frightening as one's new self.  But what a confidence builder when it goes well!

 

I had agreed to do a public talk a few years ago.  But, looking at my calendar, I realized that the date of the talk was after my planned date to go full-time.  Gulp!  Before the publicity for the event began, I contacted the organizer and explained what was up.  He was adamant that he expected no problems if I presented as Kathy, and told me he had every confidence that I could do it.  With considerable nervousness, I did the talk.  It went really well.  I didn't hear (or hear about) any unpleasant comments, and I got a lot of positive feedback.  I swear, I felt I could slay dragons after that!

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Good evening! I have to say my face is a little sore from my laser appointment last night. I had an appointment with my endocrinologist this afternoon and med wise everything is good, but I noticed a lump or a hard spot on my breast she seemed rather concerned then I mentioned it was painful at times and she looked at it some more and said ice and heat compress to see if it goes away in a month. Later on she messaged me and said she was referring me to a breast specialist, that she wants me to see. I’m guessing I will have to get a mammogram done. It kind of concerns me being that I have already had cancer, I’m hoping it is a blocked duct or something. I’m glad she is taking it serious enough to send me to a specialist.

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10 hours ago, Jackie C. said:

 

I've driven through Chicago. It's always rush hour

 

I once went though Chicago at 3AM.  It was bumper to bumper 4 lanes of traffic going down to one. The reason,  they were changing out the safety  barrels. Had three lanes blocked to do it.

 

Kymmie 

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11 hours ago, Willow said:

Eye makeup is difficult I still can’t get eyeliner right.

Me either, Willow!  I don't know why?  when I get done it looks like I've been in a bar fight ?

 

maybe I just need practice?❤️

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Evening all. Met with Patti Ann and Shawna for about 15 minutes today. It was great finally meeting my sister. Do to tire problems this morning they lost about 2 hrs. Came through about 4:15.

 

They headed on to Rock Springs, WY for the night. Drive safe ladies.

 

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The trip is going well over all. I could of done without needing to buy two new trailer tires.  I drove the hell right out of them apparently.  Lol

 

Basically driving 10 hour days but it occurred to me last night pulling into Rock Springs Wyoming  and checking in around 830-9pm that it’s more like midnight in VT.  No wonder I’m so bitchy once I’m in the hotel room for the night. Lol

 

Two more days and I’m home.  Well my new home.  Right now I’m not sure exactly what that will be like as I’ve never been there.  I can’t go back.  So I feel a bit displaced but moving forward into the life of Shawna finally.  

I hope you all have a wonderful day. 

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@ShawnaLeigh sorry your trip is taking a toll on both you and your trailer.  As for your new home, I don’t know exactly where you are going to be, but I can tell you that everything west of the mountains is beautiful.  Mild temperatures year around compared to Vermont.  East side is arid farm and ranch land. You will have a lot of the green beauty and friendly people.  My son and his wife live in Portland.  I used to work for a company with thousands of acres of farm land in Oregon and Washington and have been there many many times.  My family came from New England so I know what that’s like.  And one your second day you and Patti drove right past where I grew up, Fremont Ohio. 
 

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My ex and I drove to LA CA from NH (and a year later, then back to NH) in our van and it was a long hard drive that took us 10 days. We didn't have the money to sleep in a hotel each night and we ate nutri-grain bars and water on the trip to have money for gas and tolls. It's a brutal trip, so yea, I feel ya on that. Small trip--don't accidentally pick Santa Monica to stay in unless you have money. It's super expensive! The trip is really rough and takes a lot out of ya. Best wishes to you both that all keeps going as planned. 

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4 hours ago, ShawnaLeigh said:

The trip is going well over all. I could of done without needing to buy two new trailer tires.  I drove the hell right out of them apparently.  Lol

Seems par for the course on a cross country trip. You’ll get through this. Stay safe, hon!

 

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On 6/24/2020 at 4:25 PM, KathyLauren said:

 

Yes, it is frightening the first time as one's old self, and extra frightening as one's new self.  But what a confidence builder when it goes well!

 

I had agreed to do a public talk a few years ago.  But, looking at my calendar, I realized that the date of the talk was after my planned date to go full-time.  Gulp!  Before the publicity for the event began, I contacted the organizer and explained what was up.  He was adamant that he expected no problems if I presented as Kathy, and told me he had every confidence that I could do it.  With considerable nervousness, I did the talk.  It went really well.  I didn't hear (or hear about) any unpleasant comments, and I got a lot of positive feedback.  I swear, I felt I could slay dragons after that!

I'd be extremely uncomfortable talking in front of a group in male mode but not in female mode. In male mode I'd have to be someone I'm not in front of a lot of people but in female mode I can be myself.

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@ShawnaLeigh, yes that time thing messed with my head, too.  Kept going to bed at 8-9pm for a couple of weeks after arriving, lol.  At least you're arriving at the most beautiful time of year here.  I arrived in December and was shocked!  The rich earthy forest aroma that hit my nose was delectable and enchanting, but I think it was February before I saw the sun.  Get used to seeing green year-round; no brown lifeless winter landscapes here.  Things I miss sometimes: deciduous forests, hot summer nights, thunderstorms, and fireflies.  The thing I don't miss:  millions of people around every turn.....

 

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This morning.. I came out to my parents ^^!!!!

They support me ^^!!! Champagne!! (I'll drink water XD, not aloud to drink alcohol)

So: good morning all. Champagnes on!

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2 hours ago, Ethan da potato said:

This morning.. I came out to my parents ^^!!!!

They support me ^^!!! Champagne!! (I'll drink water XD, not aloud to drink alcohol)

So: good morning all. Champagnes on!

+\( ^w^)/+

 

That is awesome, Ethan!  Congratulations on coming out.  And congratulations on choosing your parents wisely! ;)

 

To help you celabrate, coffee is on me this morning.

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My family seeing me more comfortable since I came out as gender fluid.It is starting to be as Mika more now 4 times a week.It has not hurt my tool truck business yet,customers do call me Mika supporting me too.

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4 hours ago, Ethan da potato said:

I came out to my parents ^^!!!!

They support me ^^!!!

Super, Ethan!!  very happy for you❣️

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So happy for you Ethan!  You showed great courage coming out to your parents.

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Mika, it is great  that you are  accepted. 

 

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