Hello all, first post here. Apologies for any formatting issues or if this has been posted before, I'm not great at navigating forums.   I've been trying to find safe binders with a zip (preferably front) as I have limited mobility in my back and arms and I think I would struggle getting a standard one on and off. I have seen a few options but they are all quite expensive and I don't have much of a budget to work with. Ideally something under £40 would be good, but everything I've seen is handmade by a small team and thus more expensive. Ultimately I could eventually save up for one if that's the only option so if anyone has recommendations even above that price that ship to UK I would be eager to hear them. Thanks!

Congrats! I'm so glad he was supportive <3

These are really pretty! I especially like the butterfly. I'm not much of a painter or draw-er (?) but I recently got back into writing. Used to do a lot of it as a kid but then so many of us grow up and start getting too self-conscious for art lol. Creative outlets are so great for mental health though so it's worth the effort overcoming that

The motorcycles have invaded for Bike Week.  It’s really longer than a week since its bike iron this weekend then the metric bike next weekend with some overlap.   @awkward-yet-sweet I’m glad you have made up with GF, even if it took a lot of “sugar” oh the the white kind too.   i now have three ankle length skirts burgundy, purple and blue.  “My” color is more orange but these are very nice, full and summertime.  I guess I should walk the dog.  I have to work 9-6 today..  I’m doing an every other day right now off, Friday, Sunday and Tuesday but my hours are different each work day 

Good morning.    nothing much can happen over night here so I don’t have much to say.  But I wanted to share some coffee with everyone of tea, water or whatever ever you prefer.  

Thank you at @kat2 I pray that you feel better soon so that you may enjoy the weather with your walking group. I pray for you to have a speedy recovery. Best wishes.   Peace, Hugs and Happiness, Silo

My ship has not corrected course.

Very creative and expressive, I struggle to paint my nails (perish the thought of it) (LOL) the weather has been kind to us here in the UK Lets hope that the good weather returns to your part of the world so that you can take advantage of what nature has to offer.My walking group are posting up regular weekly walking events so hopefully once i get the all clear from the hospital, i will be out making the most of it, enjoy your weekend fingers crossed for good weather for you too.

Pre hormones i didn't have any figure and hated wearing skirts. Back then we had what was called the real life test, which meant living in your acquired role for six months pre hormone treatment. At that time there were not many young transitioners, most tended to be middle age, i was lucky in that my breakdown lead to my solution. Lovely to see you around Lilis, I hope your world is treating you well? RHS Wisley, Royal Horticultural Society, I was lucky to pass without hormone therapy, i think it miffed the Gender Clinic somewhat, strange things really when i think back having blonde facial hair that dissapeared when i went on Androcur. Like all things over time i changed its odd when i look back.

I was on a day out with my sister, she is always there in the background keeping an eye on me, every corrected surgery she was fully behind making it all work, A few of my hospital letters from actual surgery to revision. Address fields and Drs are blanked out.  

Its after midnight, so technically morning.  Finally home after spending the night out.  Nothing too crazy, just went with friends and family to the bar in the little town just down the road.    I guess my husband told my GF she needed to make up to me.  Or maybe she figured it out for herself?  But she remembered that my affection can be influenced by dessert I'm really not that complicated!  At first I was a bit wary, thinking she was just trying for sex...but she knows my weakness for sugary bribes.  She made gooey butter cake and some chocolate truffles.  If you haven't had gooey butter cake before, it is a Southern favorite made of cream cheese and tons of powdered sugar.  Probably the highest calorie dessert in existence     I spent some time helping her wash and color her hair.  She hasn't cut her hair significantly since she married our husband back in 2018, so it is really long.  Funny how my hair has gotten shorter and hers has gotten longer.  But after 10 years together, I still think she's the most beautiful girl in the world

Hi y’all it’s been some time since I’ve posted. It’s been very difficult lately been doing all I can to stay positive and focused. The weather has been horrible for the past couple of weeks it’s been constant rain and it’s effecting my back which in turn has been effecting my mood. I’ve been cooped up in the house this whole time and ready to go crazy. Though I’ve found a new hobby which I’m thoroughly enjoying, I’ve been exclusively painting for the past couple weeks and am getting better and more patient with myself and my surroundings because from painting. I’m proud of my progress and my accomplishments. Here are some my paintings which a couple have reference photos and the last is just started and in process. It’s good to get back on here and post again. I who’s everyone a wonderful day and weekend.    Peace, Hugs and Happiness, Silo

You look lovely in this photo, your natural femininity shines through, even pre hormones. The outfit suits you nice, the top and skirt complement your figure so well and i like the graceful energy in your posture and expression.    I am curious were you working at RHS Wisley in Surrey at the time, or just visiting? Either way, it must have been a special place to be during that part of your real-life test.  ~ Lilis 💗