I didnt get to start testosterone today

[harlee]

Today I was supposed to start testosterone but my parents wouldnt let me  I thought my parents were going to be ok with it but they decided to speak up at the last minute. My dad called the medical center this morning and told the lady who answered the phone to leave a message for the doctor. My dad explained that he and my mum were both against it and didnt want me starting today. I was so upset  My dad also came to my appointment to make sure that I wouldnt be taking any hormones 

I was crying so much this morning but I actually had the best talk about it with my dad than I have ever had before.  I learned that my dad is more accepting of this than my mum when I actually thought it was the other way round. I am also now finding it easier to talk to my parents about me being transgendered, sortof. I have calmed down a lot since this morning! My dad said that he might let me start T after I have found a real job and kept it for a month. My mum wants me to wait until I am 19! Either way, it is 6 months until my birthday and then I can do whatever I want

[RagingShadow]

i'm really sorry harlee, that's a real bummer
but be confident that you will start T eventually and take comfort in that your patent are at least semi accepting. that means that they have the possibility to improve. the fact that you have some communication is a start. your dad said about a job, so start with that, and keep the lines of communication open. talk about how you feel often and openly.
good luck!

[Arch]

Gah, how upsetting. On my first endo visit, I was so worried that I wouldn't get my T that I was...well, a real mess. If I hadn't gotten it, I would have been even more of a mess.

Okay, at least you have a specific date to look forward to, and maybe you'll be able to start before then. And at least you are communicating with your parents. That's a real plus.

It sounds like you are handling it pretty well, but don't be surprised if you have some...call them relapses. Of disappointment, of frustration, of anger. But six months is not so bad. You can have one helluva birthday!

[Jeatyn]

Aw dude that sucks so much you seem to be handling it pretty well, I can't imagine how I would have reacted to that

[Ayden]

Keep your head up. I remember how terrified I was before my first appointment, and I was so worried I wouldn't get my hormones. I'm glad you seem to be handling it well. Take this time to discuss with your parents, and I am glad your dad is being supportive.

[Make_It_Good]

Man, Harlee, that sucks so much.
I remember how I (badly) handled all the delays in getting T, its so frustrating!!
But, theres that positive that came out of talking with your Dad. Hopefully your almost getting T will hit them with the realization of how serious you are and how its all happening, and maybe they need to confront more feelings inside themselves, but once passed this, hopefully you can all move forward together
   Im sure this delay has bought you all more time for a reason. Try not to get too down