Ok finally before and after..

[Eva Marie]

Wow you look amazing Carrie! From that bouncer rough and tumble looking dude to now? Simply outstanding.

I also can't wait to see the final result after the swelling and bruising subsides - I think that you'll look really good.

And yes, HRT is the magic that lets our minds function the way they were intended to and lets us live a fulfilling life. I got the very same warning when I started on low dose HRT (my intent was only to to calm my dysphoria), and dang if I didn't wind up transitioning! 

[carrie359]

Wow you look amazing Carrie! From that bouncer rough and tumble looking dude to now? Simply outstanding.

I also can't wait to see the final result after the swelling and bruising subsides - I think that you'll look really good.

And yes, HRT is the magic that lets our minds function the way they were intended to and lets us live a fulfilling life. I got the very same warning when I started on low dose HRT (my intent was only to to calm my dysphoria), and dang if I didn't wind up transitioning! 

OMG and Eva I know you are as happy as me the HRT let us out of that cage!!  Freedom.. we are so lucky.
Keri

[Eva]

Hi Carrie Those are some Impressive results to be sure Congrats 

My date with Dr S is 2/24 and your results have me excited, I hope I look as good as you do three weeks out 

Can I ask what you had done???

I have a real cro magnon brow, I consulted with Dr Z and I really liked him but I was just afraid he wouldnt be aggressive enough there... Also he wanted to do my jaw and Masseter muscles and I decided against that... Dr Mayer and Dr S said I dont need jaw work... My friends and familly say I dont need anything but they support my decision... I go back and forth on the jaw but on only 9 months of HRT Ive already seen dramatic changes to my jaw muscles and I think Im doing enough already in one operation.... The recovery from jaw work sounds brutal as well.... 

Im doing the brow reconstruction, scalp advancement/brow lift, nose, lip lift/augment, chin reduction/contour, trach shave and a full face and neck lift...

Again your results are awesome and Im really getting excited about my own date, your an inspiration Sis

[kellizgirl]

Thank you Carrie, you have given me hope. I am 44 and I look nothing like I feel inside. It was so bad that on Dec 12th I left work early to end it all. By the grace of God my wife got a hold of me and talked me down. I start my therapy this week. I am very scared but I no longer want to hide behind my mask. Thank you for your courage.

[carrie359]

Eva
I had everything you mentioned done.. he took fat from my belly for my cheeks and lips.. and on purpose does about 30% more than needed but that goes away after 60 months and rest stays.
Good luck with your surgery.. first week pretty tough.. at 4 weeks now I am back to normal energy and feel great!
BTW I was going to do it with Dr S Feb 22nd .. and had planned to see fleetwood mac front row and center March 12th.  One reason I took an early date with Dr Z.
I would not been ready for that concert after three weeks...
Make sure you ask for best pain meds he can give you.. Don't be afraid to ask for stronger meds so you can stay comfy as possible.
It was so funny trying to eat stuff with a spoon but when you get hungry enough.. you find a way.....
Keri

Hi Carrie Those are some Impressive results to be sure Congrats 

My date with Dr S is 2/24 and your results have me excited, I hope I look as good as you do three weeks out 

Can I ask what you had done???

I have a real cro magnon brow, I consulted with Dr Z and I really liked him but I was just afraid he wouldnt be aggressive enough there... Also he wanted to do my jaw and Masseter muscles and I decided against that... Dr Mayer and Dr S said I dont need jaw work... My friends and familly say I dont need anything but they support my decision... I go back and forth on the jaw but on only 9 months of HRT Ive already seen dramatic changes to my jaw muscles and I think Im doing enough already in one operation.... The recovery from jaw work sounds brutal as well.... 

Im doing the brow reconstruction, scalp advancement/brow lift, nose, lip lift/augment, chin reduction/contour, trach shave and a full face and neck lift...

Again your results are awesome and Im really getting excited about my own date, your an inspiration Sis

[carrie359]

Kellizgirl,
OMG don't ever do it.  I tried a couple times.. Life is too wonderful regardless so please PM me if you ever need to talk.
Therapy, the key to my success .. I can't stress enough how much it helped me.
I prefer female therapists.
My first one was in a different city and i thought she was great but the one I found closer to home... I love dearly and she is amazing so if at any time you feel like you are not getting what you want or need talk to others in the trans community in your area and find a new one..
I used to be an athlete and I lost a lot of weight and worked hard to get to the point I am at..
Try to enjoy the process.. 
My new stress now is being full time because I look like a chick period.. but my voice is not there...
Its a lot of work but worth it...
So sorry I just saw your post.. I have been very busy with work
Love
Keri

Thank you Carrie, you have given me hope. I am 44 and I look nothing like I feel inside. It was so bad that on Dec 12th I left work early to end it all. By the grace of God my wife got a hold of me and talked me down. I start my therapy this week. I am very scared but I no longer want to hide behind my mask. Thank you for your courage.