My endo is one of the go to guys for trans* people in Sydney - possibly for trans women more than trans guys. Every time I've been to his office (which he shares with a few other non endo specialists) there have been trans gals waiting or leaving. They're a range of ages, most pass very well and certainly no one else in the waiting room ever raises an eyebrow, it's just I'm hyper observant and obviously more aware of trans* passing, etc. As I'm still going to the endo in guy mode I make sure I don't stare, but I'm always curious to check the gals out to see what's working for them and maybe what isn't. Usually it's more of the former and not much of the latter, they do a great job and I'd love to tell them except that would be like saying "you do a great job passing... BTW, I totally picked you out" definitely not something anyone wants to hear. If anything it is usually the voice that gives it away, even if it's well modulated...
And so that brings me to yesterday's visit... I'm waiting there and his previous patient (hate using that word!) came out to pay. And gosh she was trans* and she was gorgeous! I was in love instantly! She was tall but skinny, her voice was husky and I loved the sound of it. Personality wise she smiled, laughed and was friendly, confident and chatty with the staff, so appealing! We have a saying in Australia "a total spunk" - and she really was. I was trying so hard not to stare but, apart from trying to figure out what was working so well for her, I was smitten. Then she walked out of the office and was gone from my life, lol. Oh well!
