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[Ltl89]

Awww, I am glad to hear it's all going well.  I imagine having your family's acceptance must feel amazing. 

I know what you mean about the hair.  Two years ago, I had awesome long hair and it made me so happy.  My hair is now mid length, so the more it grows the happier I get. 

Don't worry about taking a break from college.  I know someone who did that and it worked fine for them.  And they aren't an underachiever by any stretch of the imagination. 

Hears to hoping that September 4 quickly reaches you 🙂

[Tristan]

I'm amazed at how everything's been working out since I started on anti androgens and shortly after, went full time. My dad says now he sees me as a girl, and has accepted me as his daughter. That made me really happy

And of course, my brother and mother are as supportive as ever.

I feel SO MUCH BETTER about my appearance now ^_^ my hair is getting pretty long now, just a bit below shoulder length, can't wait for it to get even longer though so that I can wear more hairstyles.

People are always kinder to me now, and nobody gives me any trouble or strange looks. I actually got a lot of strange looks before when I was just presenting as a feminine boy, now people just let me be. I feel like even if I have to wait a while before I can start estrogen, I'll still be okay because what I wanted most from transitioning was the ability to be the way I want, and I have that now

Well, I get to start estrogen on September 4th, which is a long ways away, but I'm looking forward to it and being happy in the meantime

I'm taking a break from college at the moment though, and I want to transfer to a new one when I do go back. Maybe that's the main thing that's bugging me, I feel like a bit of an underchiever as a lot of other girls go through their entire transition on the job or at school, whereas I finished my semester and said "that's it for me, for now"

Oh well 😛 you can't have it all.

Just wanted to share that with you all! I couldn't have had to the courage to be myself in all aspects of my life if it weren't for the kindness and support I've gotten from you guys. 😀 hug

im so happy for you. it sounds like your happy and everything is really coming together for you girl  🙂

[kyh]

Thanks so much Tristan!

And I know things are tough for you right now, if you need anyone to talk to, send me a message! ^_^

[Horizon]

Awww, I'm so glad things are going this well for you!  And, if it makes you feel any better, I also took a semester off from college to start transitioning.  No way I'll be full-time by August, though XP

[kyh]

You never know, Horizon! ^_^ hehehe

[Tessa James]

Your reference to sailing is part of my real life dream.  I sail on the Columbia River and smooth is when the winds and tide are running upstream together and my sails are set "wing and wing" in a butterfly effect where we run before the wind and surf the waves.  Your description of a supportive family feels wonderful to just be aware of.  So many of us struggle with intolerance and fear. 
Your experience is an antidote and alternate world to think about.  We are lovable and we are family!
My early fears and self loathing proved so very unhelpful and eventually thrown overboard as dead weight.
Give it up for smooth sailing on tranquil waters and verdant shores.
I am a College trustee and assure you it is relatively common to take breaks and refocus. 
Go with your happiness.

Tessa James

[Tessa James]

Like yours, my transition is about FEELING SO MUCH BETTER!  No kidding, I am grinning most of the time.  I can no longer be sure if it is hormones, physiological , pharmacological or the just plain goodness of finally accepting myself but this is saving my life .........
or at least my mental health!
Thanks for your reciprocal kind words and good wishes.
Having long hair is a luxury that I wanted all my life.  I fought haircuts as a kid and grew it down to my butt 5 years ago.  I think I may have cut it in 07 in part, as a final desperate act to affect manhood.  What a relief to give that up;-)
I bet you are going to just blossom when you get to the next step in HRT and your courage is self fulfilling.  Rock on girl!

[Tristan]

Don't worry about it I just need to listen better, and I really am glad things are going good for you. Smooth times are the best. It's like the most chill feeling 🙂

[kyh]

Tessa, I think it could be the plain goodness of accepting yourself 😀 The hormones are working their magic right now, but I think it's your strength and your optomistic attitude that allows you to keep smiling

I think your hairstyle suits you right now, so that just means you get to look fabulous throughout the entire process of growing out your hair ^_^

Thanks so much! I hope so!!!!!

Tristan, yeah, I agree xD smoothe times are the best. Sometimes I can't hold my happiness in and just want to share it with everyone hahaha. Well, hang in there 🙂 things will get better for you!