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Two years since I applied my first estradiol patch on 12/4/2019. I'm so glad I made the decision -- it has been of real benefit to my mental well-being and my confidence in my identity as a trans non-binary person.  I'm so much happier than before.  The permanent changes to my body are ones that I welcome, because I'm much better-aligned with my gender identity now.

 

This "new normal" is fast becoming simply "normal".  Feels good.

 

Astrid

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Just now, Astrid said:

This "new normal" is fast becoming simply "normal".  Feels good.

Astrid

Yea Astrid!

 

Congratulations,

 

Mindy🐛🏳️‍⚧️🦋

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Congratulations and Happy Anniversary, Astrid.  I'm so glad to hear that you've benefited from HRT.  I hope your progress continues with even more results.  :goodjob:

 

HUGS

 

Carolyn Marie

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50 minutes ago, RhondaS said:

Will there be cupcakes?

 

Um...no, but there are A-cups 😎

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11 hours ago, Astrid said:

I'm so much happier than before.  The permanent changes to my body are ones that I welcome, because I'm much better-aligned with my gender identity now.

@Astrid Congrats on this huge milestone! 😘 It’s so nice to read this news. I am so happy for you. And you know….You’ve always been a happy positive person to me so keep doing what your doing. You are obviously headed in the right direction and the right path for you.

 

Always My Best,
Susan R🌷 

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9 hours ago, Astrid said:

Um...no, but there are A-cups 😎

 

Ok, but now I REALLY want to bake cupcakes with my cup size on them for my anniversary. Happy Anniversary Astrid!

 

Hugs!

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Congrats. I'm almost year and a half and know you must feel wonder. 

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19 hours ago, Astrid said:

Two years since I applied my first estradiol patch on 12/4/2019. I'm so glad I made the decision -- it has been of real benefit to my mental well-being and my confidence in my identity as a trans non-binary person.  I'm so much happier than before.  The permanent changes to my body are ones that I welcome, because I'm much better-aligned with my gender identity now.

This "new normal" is fast becoming simply "normal".  Feels good.

Astrid

Congratulations on 2 years! :applause:

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Funny how after some time passes one simply forgets the changes.  Every so often i see my reflection in the shower and smile.

Even cupcakes look good!

 

Hugs,

 

Charlize

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Congratulations on the 2 year mark! I am envious. I am hoping to start hormones within the next 4-6 months. I have learned so much from everybody on this site. There are a tremendous amount of moving parts to transitioning. All of these experiences and support really help everybody on this journey. Thank you for being part of our education and life.

Sincerely

Katie

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On 12/4/2021 at 12:58 PM, Astrid said:

Two years since I applied my first estradiol patch on 12/4/2019. I'm so glad I made the decision -- it has been of real benefit to my mental well-being and my confidence in my identity as a trans non-binary person.  I'm so much happier than before.  The permanent changes to my body are ones that I welcome, because I'm much better-aligned with my gender identity now.

 

This "new normal" is fast becoming simply "normal".  Feels good.

 

Astrid

 

And now it's my four-year HRT anniversary today!  The upward trajectory continues <smile>!  I am truly content with my gender identity at this point.

 

Just another shout-out to @Jani for suggesting covering each estrogen patch with Optiflex Flexifix transparent film as a way to solve issues with sweat, showers, etc. for my patches.  It's worked so wonderfully for several years now!

 

And thank you to all of you for support and encouragement along my journey (and the journeys of each  person who finds their way to this place)!!

 

Warmly,

 

Astrid

 

 

 

 

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Congratulations. Proud of you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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12 hours ago, Astrid said:

And now it's my four-year HRT anniversary today!  The upward trajectory continues <smile>!  I am truly content with my gender identity at this point.

What a wonderful thing! Congratulations and here's to many more years of happiness!

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