That is awesome. Looking forward to reading how it went. 

I would love to see a nonpartisan trans candidate. Someone who can take the plusses of both sides and put them to use. For instance, anti-gun laws I don't understand. All you are going to do is make the black market that much stronger. Plus those who are mass casualty shooters don't abide by the law period! All you are is accomplishing by taking guns from law abiding citizens and that is if they want to continue following the law. Ghost guns aren't going to magically disappear. 

Occupational therapist came over last night to go over procedures for getting sorted in the mornings.    She walked over to my closet and was admiring my bra collection when she remarked, "I didn't know they made a "strapless" in a bra this big!"   We went over procedures to minimise falls whilst dressing. 

@Adrianna Danielle that's awesome you got to meet her wife. Hopefully read more how things are going.

Firstly, welcome!   Secondly, it is completely OK to feel when it comes to changes in relationships. Your mother, or however they wish to be addressed, is going through changes in their reality and is likely swimming in emotion too. What Mirra said is important: communicate. Understand their reality through open dialogue, learn what language to use with them, and be open to changes to the status quo.

Hi J,   This is the best site for people like us. We are also minor friendly too so please keep it in mind while posting. Looking forward to reading more about yourself if you want to share that is. 

It need not be violent, either. We are well aware of the policy at your day center. There is a level of harassment that comes along with your participation there. That is a private business. What if the situation was a guy that is constantly verbally harassing you, but also liked to sit next to you wearing shirts specifically as an affront to you? The shirt is just a part of the harassment, but it is demonstrable harassment. The center would have the right to ask that person to refrain from harassing you, in both verbal and non-verbal forms. The harasser’s right to free speech does not grant them the right to infringe on your right to be free from harassment.   In the case of the t-shirt, is this a “slippery slope case”? Maybe. If anyone has read the full trial summary and verdict, let us know if it reads like it was frivolous.

Well, it would be a big deal to me.  I'm not from her state of course, but it could show that trans people are perfectly capable of filling rolls in society. If she is elected, I suspect that the disrespect from the other side of the isle will be epic. As for her party, I'm not quite convinced that their goal is the collapse of society.

@MaeBe I hope everything goes as smoothly as possible for you and your family. Looking forward to seeing the safety made it post.

Welcome, J.   This is a great place to get advice and support, or to give them.  Feel free to join in any of the discussions or to start new threads.  You can give as much or as little information about yourself as you are comfortable with.   Regards, Kathy

How’d you know?! 😆   My wife’s order is mushroom & pineapple on a gluten free crust. The kids and I, unbound by gluten issues, had a large sausage pizza.

Trans women in sports has always been complicated.   It would, but probably won't happen anytime soon.

That's a good news story, @Adrianna Danielle.

New co worker is working out well and our friendship is much closer.She is glad that she is not alone.We met up on Saturday and also met her wife as well.Told me this does not change the relationship,her wife wants to see her happy.Said she is still the same person but much happier

Your mother went through the surgery because she absolutely felt that it was necessary for her own well-being.    None of us can expect you to understand what she must have felt for all those years and suppressed from you. Communication is key; your mother has done her part by coming out to you and your brother. It will be very important for her to know how much you do love her. Tell her. It is ok to feel confused. It seems like your relationship with her is strong. Just be there for her, even if you don't know how to act or what to say.   Over time, you will gain knowledge of her story, and things will become easier. You will begin to understand, and your relationship will blossom. 

Girl, I've been there too often. I get the pick, pick, pick a lot. My wife thinks I should read her mind and know what needs to be done. Well, honey. My mind doesn't work that way. Tell me what needs done, and it will get done.   Its been hot here lately, upper 70s-80s. Looking at 84 here today. Of course hotter in Colorado. House, doesn't have A/C but it does stay cool. Been working on our Aerostar. Got the axle seals, bearings, rear brakes, and shocks  done. Just waiting on a new rear end cover to replace the plastic one. due today. then a new brake drum to replace the greased down one. Well up and ready to head to my therapist appointment. Been three weeks and I am ready. Hope I can remember.   Hugs, to all my TP family.   Kymmie    

Hi I'm J (real name not disclosed for privacy reasons) and I am a Trans Male. I came about about 3 1/2 years ago and have been undergoing transition since. I will not disclose at what point I am in my medical transition, however I am fully socially transitioned with a legal name change, and everyone in my extended family knows about me being trans.    I mostly came to this site to look for advice on certain issues, however I am also more than happy to give advice and help to anyone who may need it. I also have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Condition so please be mindful of that when asking questions. I don't know why it would be an issue, but I like to let people know.    Happy to be here and to meet other trans folks! 

Hello, @Lilis! Welcome aboard!   Everyone here is the same in that we are non-cis, yet different at the same time! Your intro resonated with me in that I know what it's like to go back and forth, even if it was in secret, but nowadays I'm happy to be living as a constant combination of my inner woman and my male mask by presenting a bit androgynously. I also have minor gyne, and pass the pencil test with minimal effort. 😉   Labels were a huge issue for me too, and still are sometimes. At the end of the day, they are unimportant because you are what you are regardless, but they do give a sense of identity and I totally understand the importance of that. Have you considered looking into whether you are bi gender? I've never seen a therapist so my assumption that I am is pure speculation, but it seems to fit. There are different variations of it though - I am the simultaneous type, vs. the either/or.   But again, welcome! 😊 You have found the right place! ❤️

Tg-AA added a 6th meeting:  It is a discussion group and will be held on Tuesday mornings at 11:00 eastern.   Hugs,   Charlize

Sorry for what you're going through @Willow. Happens to all of us at times I guess. One night last week, after a completely normal day and saying goodnight in the normal way in bed, about a minute later my wife asked "Are we good?"    I had no idea where that came from and I won the short but ugly argument by giving examples, then persisted with asking her why she questioned our love. "Don't worry about it" was all I got, over and over. I spent the rest of the night laying on the very edge of the bed, back turned, awake for hours, hoping to die.   Things are much better now - we ARE good - but I still don't have any clue as to why she asked the question in the first place.