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I am not good on introductions and I am a bit nervous wile I am typing this. Audra is what I call my feminine self, I am working my way towards that. Male born, a bit feminine minded. I am in my late thirties, I have been cross dressing off and on since I was a teenager. I have always eyeballed ladies outfits wile at department stores, big box grocery/retail/have everything in one stop stores, and malls wishing I had more of a figure to wear them. I have made some outfits when I was in my early/mid 20's, family members tossed them out (a bit heart breaking, traumatic, and very annoying). I have a few right now, but now I have my own place and family has no say on what to be tossed out. 

 

I have not came out yet, I am going to be looking at coming out section. I hope that this is ok. If anybody want more info, please ask. I will give some details, as long as it is not to personal.

 

 

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Salutations @Princess-audra! Welcome to Transpulse! We're glad you're here.

 

1 hour ago, Princess-audra said:

I have not came out yet, I am going to be looking at coming out section. I hope that this is ok. If anybody want more info, please ask. I will give some details, as long as it is not to personal.

 

Of course it's alright. Read and post wherever you like. It's what we're here for.

 

Hugs!

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Welcome to Trans Pulse, Audra, and thank you for the introduction.  Please have a look around the forums, ask questions, post comments, and meet our fine members and staff.  A lot of us have been where you are, and understand.  That's the beauty of this place.

 

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Welcome Audra..I'm a bit nervous and self-conscious shopping in the women's departments but it has lessened with experience. Hope that fear doesn't keep you from trying something on (although Covid keeps many dressing rooms closed). I try and focus on what I'm looking for. Also, most staff members have been remarkably helpful. Be easy on yourself- we are our own worst critics.

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Hi Audra, welcome. I find shopping on line works ok. I’ve done some reading on how to figure my sizes and lately I’ve done all right. With COVID I’ve gained a few pounds so I’ll have to go up a size.

 

Glad you’re part of the group. Look around and enjoy.

 

Sandra.

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@Princess-audra

Hi Audra, Nice to meet you! Welcome to our little family. Don’t ever feel pressured to tell us more than you feel comfortable. We are here to support you and way we can. You’ll find that other members have had the same thoughts and desires you’ve mentioned in your post. These are actually very common. It’s good that you’ve reached out. We offer advice, information, support and friendship if you so desire. Thanks for sharing a little about yourself today.

 

Warmest Regards,

Susan R?

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Hi @Princess-audra!  nice to meet you, and Welcome!

I believe you will find this Forum to be a comfort zone of acceptance and open dialogue.  This forum (and starting gender therapy) have been an immense help for me.  I hope for you too❣️

 

Deep breaths ... one step at a time

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9 hours ago, KayC said:

Hi @Princess-audra!  nice to meet you, and Welcome!

I believe you will find this Forum to be a comfort zone of acceptance and open dialogue.  This forum (and starting gender therapy) have been an immense help for me.  I hope for you too❣️

 

Deep breaths ... one step at a time

Currently seeing a therapist for a few months, and I feel good afterwards.

 

21 hours ago, Andi Shay said:

Welcome Audra..I'm a bit nervous and self-conscious shopping in the women's departments but it has lessened with experience. Hope that fear doesn't keep you from trying something on (although Covid keeps many dressing rooms closed). I try and focus on what I'm looking for. Also, most staff members have been remarkably helpful. Be easy on yourself- we are our own worst critics.

Yeah, I know the feeling. Before covid hit I would shop at a big box retail/grocery store  that was 24 hours after I got off work and did not have many people in to get some items. I had done a guesstimate on size, 9 out of 11 items fit fine.

 

 

Thank you all for the warm welcomes.

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Hi Audra,

Welcome to Transpulse. I'm glad you're here!

 

Lots of love and a big welcome hug,

Timber Wolf?

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On 11/18/2020 at 6:51 AM, Timber Wolf said:

Hi Audra,

Welcome to Transpulse. I'm glad you're here!

 

Lots of love and a big welcome hug,

Timber Wolf?

Thanks, so am I. I just need to get back in the swing on using forums again. Has been about 10 or so years since I had been active on one.

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