Things have actually gone well, and I'm kind of shocked

[Eveline]

There are so many things that can go wrong during transition. I sort of overdosed reading about them, and was very apprensive as I began my own journey two years ago.

I'm in my late 50s, and as a MTF transitioner I guess I expected the worst. Instead, people have surprised me at every turn with their support and kindness.

Would anyone like to hear "what went right"? If so, I'm happy to share...

[kelly_aus]

I started my journey at 35, but other than that, sounds familiar. 4 years later I wonder what I was ever worried about.

[Sydney_NYC]

I started transitioning at 43, (Fall of 2013) and I can't believe how smooth everything has gone. With the exception of my father (who my mom divorced when I was 13 and we never had a good relationship), everyone has been super supportive. I had my name and gender changed on DL, SS, and Passport (but not birth certificate since TN will never allow my to change the gender on it.) At 3 1/2 months on HRT I went full time and pass. Voice was at first a challenge, but I've done well on that too. I still have more electrolysis (but there is not much left) and want to get SRS within 2 years, but other than that, I'm now me 🙂

[Eveline]

Thank you! I don't feel so funny sharing the good stuff now.

Looking back, it was a huge help that I as was able to get on HRT quickly. I started transitioning in California, where "informed consent" is enough to get you started.

I happened to read Jennygirl's post about her endo, got all excited and made an appointment, signed the consent forms, and floated home with a brand-new implant.

That experience gave me confidence right at the beginning of the transition, which made it easier to tackle all of the remaining steps...

[Beth Andrea]

Transition has gone well for me too..started at 47 (now 50), had lots of laser, hormones have been very kind to me (in spite of my worries/anxieties LOL).  Breasts, no body hair, noticeable face changes, unleashing my girl-mind, and will have SRS later this year (thank you, state ins commish)....

Job is 100% accepting and supportive, met a woman and her family who are 100% supportive, ex is in the friend zone but is very happy for me, 1 of 3 kids have totally come around (other two are inching their way as they realize that except for the male persona, I am the same person...same goofy sense of humor, caring, and sensitive to my loved ones needs.

Life. Is. Good.

[Eveline]

Transition has gone well for me too..started at 47 (now 50), had lots of laser, hormones have been very kind to me (in spite of my worries/anxieties LOL).  Breasts, no body hair, noticeable face changes, unleashing my girl-mind, and will have SRS later this year (thank you, state ins commish)....

Job is 100% accepting and supportive, met a woman and her family who are 100% supportive, ex is in the friend zone but is very happy for me, 1 of 3 kids have totally come around (other two are inching their way as they realize that except for the male persona, I am the same person...same goofy sense of humor, caring, and sensitive to my loved ones needs.

Life. Is. Good.

OMG that is great! I'm happy for you, especially on the relationships.

I had a similar experience - family and friends are totally supportive (even protective). And coming out at work was amazing, with full support from HR and a number of people being openly encouraging.

I find myself actually looking forward to the first person who gets ugly with me. What a difference from two years ago.