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HRT and Romantic Relationship

Started by April_TO, November 02, 2014, 02:09:24 PM

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April_TO

Hello Ladies,

So it's been 2 months on HRT and I am happy with the changes I've been seeing so far. However, I am just noticing more and more that I get so impacted when I hear women talking about their marriage proposal or just seeing men spoiling their women at the mall, restaurant etch. At the back of my mind, nobody will ever do that to me and I will never find him. It makes me really sad and I'm quite teary eyed right now as I am sharing this with you all. I guess that's also connected with my impatience with the changes that HRT can do for me.

Ugh, I wish life was a lot simpler. I don't know where else to share this but I thought sharing this with you will help me cope with it.

Thanks Ladies x0
Nothing ventured nothing gained
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FTMax

(I know you said ladies, so feel free to tell me to leave.)

I think this is a universal issue for all of us; male, female, or otherwise. I have friends that insist on only dating other trans people due to a need to be with someone who understands their dysphoria and particular struggles. I'm also sure that there are cispeople out there who can be just as sympathetic and supportive.

I firmly believe that there's someone out there for everyone, and our unique situations won't be an issue for those people. Keep your chin up, and don't give up on finding someone!
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April_TO

LOL no don't leave.

I was having an emo day today and now reading this post makes me sound like teenager looking for a prom date haha. I can't believe I even post this stuff.
Anyways, thanks for the advice. I thought about your answer and you are right. This is a universal issue and I keep telling myself that my situation is no different from anyone out there.

Thanks again for your time. xo
Nothing ventured nothing gained
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Ademie

Hello Carmen! I am on my 2nd month with Hrt as well as just scored a lovely man a week ago who loves me for all of me. Keep on looking hun your future is out there <3

Love,

Ademie
Started Hrt 9/4/14
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FairyHime

Going to echo what Ademie said.

When I started my process I assumed immediately that my love life would be dead for a very long time, if not forever. Prepared myself for that, planned my single forever life, and all of that. Meanwhile, my friends started dating, and I'd get a pang anytime I heard stories about marriage or families or kids. Not to mention seeing co-workers talking about weddings and the such ... my god, it gave me such longing.
But still, I put it out of my mind. I was going to be ok with being single, and would move forward on my own no matter what, so I did that. Worst-case scenario, I'd be cool with being a cat lady.

Then suddenly some guy approaches me and we hit it off, and I immediately tell him I can't be with him ever and about my whole situation. He's cool with it anyway and keeps talking to me. We become quick friends, and even with all things considered he was talking to me as much as possible ... and even with my warning, I failed and fell for him and then one day he asked me out.

You never know what could happen, and when you least expect it someone will just materialize somehow. Those things you see can definitely be for you too. Never feel like you won't be worth spoiling, because I'm sure someone will love to do that and proposals and the whole deal. You're as entitled as any other woman to dream of that and have it happen to you, it's just a matter of the right guy coming along when the time is right.



I challenge my fate
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April_TO

Thanks again FairyHime :) xo made my night
Nothing ventured nothing gained
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Jessica Merriman

Maybe I am delusional being 49 and trans, but I have not given up all hope yet.  ;D I have my days where I feel this way where the sun will never rise again, but funny thing, it does every day!  :)
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Cindy

Seems to be a thing about romance, it only happens when you are not looking for it :laugh:
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Jessica Merriman

Quote from: Cindy on November 07, 2014, 01:39:35 AM
Seems to be a thing about romance, it only happens when you are not looking for it :laugh:
I'm not looking, I'm not looking, I'm not looking, I'm not................................................................ ;D ;D
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Cindy

Quote from: Jessica Merriman on November 07, 2014, 01:40:39 AM
Quote from: Cindy on November 07, 2014, 01:39:35 AM
Seems to be a thing about romance, it only happens when you are not looking for it :laugh:
I'm not looking, I'm not looking, I'm not looking, I'm not................................................................ ;D ;D

But you are..................... >:-)
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suzifrommd

Quote from: Cindy on November 07, 2014, 01:39:35 AM
Seems to be a thing about romance, it only happens when you are not looking for it :laugh:

Has not been my experience. The only time I have found romance in my life has been when I'm actively seeking someone. When I haven't looked for it, it certainly has never just "found" me.

It may be because my looks and personality are off-putting (or downright scary?) so I need to meet a lot of people before I come across one who'd consider getting to know me better. Or maybe I'm just clueless about romantic signals and how to cultivate a connection. Either way, wallflower mode in my life has been singularly unproductive to date.
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Raelynn

Oh girls... where do I start?!

I have not 'dated' anyone for almost 8 years and that was after my last divorce.  She was (yes I said she) an old flame from before and I needed someone and so did she, so we got back together.  I knew deep down inside that it wasn't going to work out, so I ended it abruptly.  She is 16 years younger than me and kind of closed minded and deep down, I knew this was my chance to be me.  If I was going to make the break from getting in another relationship with a female, I had to stop...THEN!  I was tired of being with women to please society.

I have gone on 'dates' with guys that I have met online and through the couple of friends I know, but none of them set off fireworks for me.  A couple of the online guys were just looking to hook up and basically lied about being married and I promptly left and the others were pretty much just desperate for any human contact, verbal or physical.  I told my friends to stop with the "Hey. I know a guy that would love to meet you!" crap.  Straight people don't understand that there are multiple levels of gays and genders and they don't always mix.  I know lesbians that would just as soon kick someone's ass as to be seen with a transgender and gay guys that are the same way. ***(EDIT)  This sounded bad.  I know women and men who are happy being around transgendered people and have no qualms about it.  I meant it as saying that there is a broad spectrum of likes and sadly transgender (in my experience) has been one of those 'hard to fit in with others' category. ***  I know I personally like Manly Men and not guys who dress in skinny jeans and fitted t-shirts.  I will still be one of the guys and still love my 'guy' hobbies.  I will just look different and feel a LOT better about my own skin!

Needless to say, I, too, am not looking.  Love has it's way of being there when you need it.  In the mean time, I have my dog to snuggle with, take on walks and love me unconditionally (as long as I pick up his favorite dog food and treats!!) and my family and that is all I need right now.
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Hikari

I decided to put the first line In My okcupid profile saying that I am a MTF transwoman. It hasn't stopped people from responding to my messages or sending me messages. I would love to remarry and perhaps even adopt before I am 35 but, I won't get a wife sitting at home watching Netflix. And it feels like I wasted so much time in life so I can certainly relate....the older I get the more I would like to be a mother and share my life with someone who loves me.

15 years on Susans, where has all the time gone?
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LizMarie

My suggestion is patience. And don't stress about looking for a mate. Instead look for friends who share common interests.

You are younger which means two things. First, you have more time than someone older to find your life partner. Second you belong to a generation that is far more accepting than the older generations.

Take my case. I am 57 and in my generation it surely seems like 99% of all men are transphobic (mostly because they are also homophobic and wrongly associate being trans with being gay). So my odds of finding someone in the first place are low to begin with. Add in my age and the likelihood that I will find "Mr. Right" goes down yet again.

But I refuse to close the door. Maybe I'll find the right guy. Maybe I won't. And if I do not, I will not let that define me as a woman. I have friends. I have family. And if I do find "Mr. Right"? Well great! :)

Live your life. Be alive. Be happy. Associate with people you like. Appreciate those who support you. And if you do all that, don't be surprised if something special and magical happens when you are least expecting it. :)
The meaning of life is to find your gift. The purpose of life is to give it away.



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LilDevilOfPrada

In the last 4 years I have not held a relationship beyond a week... Why? Because I want to be treated as me not some guy or some once was a guy and every-time it turns out to be one or the other its a pain :(.

Ah well maybe in 8 years after srs :D when I have no proof I was ever male :P.
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Alexis2107

You'll find that some one special... and I know exactly how you feel... I don't know why, but I find it easier to find romance in woman mode.  Good luck on the hunt ;)
~ Lexi ~

HRT 11/5/14
Full Time woman 3/12/15
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Raelynn

Quote from: LilDevilOfPrada on November 13, 2014, 07:21:25 AM
Ah well maybe in 8 years after srs :D when I have no proof I was ever male :P.

See... I am a little different in my plans.  I do NOT plan on having SRS.  I'm not 'micro' but small enough that it doesn't affect me for him to be there.  I DON'T like his buddies and I am hoping that HRT will take care of them for the most part.  My gender dysphoria has to do with everything else.  The shape, the skin, the features, the body... the genitals are the least of my concerns right now (and kinda out of my budget for now), so it isn't even an option for me.
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LilDevilOfPrada

Quote from: Raelynn on November 13, 2014, 09:32:00 PM
See... I am a little different in my plans.  I do NOT plan on having SRS.  I'm not 'micro' but small enough that it doesn't affect me for him to be there.  I DON'T like his buddies and I am hoping that HRT will take care of them for the most part.  My gender dysphoria has to do with everything else.  The shape, the skin, the features, the body... the genitals are the least of my concerns right now (and kinda out of my budget for now), so it isn't even an option for me.

Well there is always an orchi! Those buddies will be gone forever :o, but then again we all have our own plans :P.
Awww no my little kitten gif site is gone :( sad.


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awilliams1701

I'm concerned myself. I'm a lesbian but since I'm only in my 2nd week of HRT I still look like a man. I have to wonder if other lesbians will get me at this stage. I too put up that I'm transgender in my OK cupid profile. I heard they are actually updating it to permit MTF as a gender option. I'm hoping after that goes public for everyone that it will be easier to know who is ok and not ok with it.
Ashley
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FTMax

Quote from: awilliams1701 on December 02, 2014, 01:55:08 PM
I'm concerned myself. I'm a lesbian but since I'm only in my 2nd week of HRT I still look like a man. I have to wonder if other lesbians will get me at this stage. I too put up that I'm transgender in my OK cupid profile. I heard they are actually updating it to permit MTF as a gender option. I'm hoping after that goes public for everyone that it will be easier to know who is ok and not ok with it.

I actually went back on there for the first time in months yesterday. If you make a new profile, you can select the new options.
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