Salon hunting

[Shy]

The has been a deep fundamental change in me and the way I view the world and myself in it. Even after all these months I would still experience a certain amount of fear as I went out the door which ruled me until I returned some time later. That fear and apprehension seems to have disappeared for the time being. The reunion was almost like a "flooding" experience...My dysphoria has settled again to its usual background annoyance level that I can mange most days.

I know what you mean Liz.

I suppose when you throw your pebble into the mainstream it will always cause a ripple initially, but that will soon spread out and dissipate.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

[Shy]

As far as "SalonHunting" goes ...
At the beginning of this year (2017)
I started perusing & replying to CL-adverts for "Hair Model Needed" ...

Not only have I had a free Trimming/Styling & free "BlowOuts" ...
I've been becoming personally familiar with some of the various local HairSalons ...
& local individual up&coming beauticians ...

Sounds like you're having fun Annecy, free is always good. Sadly me and my hair parted company forty years ago, so it's more of a wig fitting experience for me. Plus the odd makeover or two.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

[Laurie]

Hi Laurie,

With all the talk of train wrecks, sharp bends and corruption I decided to take the bus instead

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

  Dratz Foiled again!

Hugs,
    Laurie

[Shy]

Well Sadie's back full time again after the little 'unintentional' interlude.
Much happier now, I really hate going out without my face and glad rags on. I seem to have done a 180 from a few months back where It was terrified to step out the door. Spent the morning in town mainly food shopping, but it was just nice to get out as me.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

[Laurie]

Well Sadie's back full time again after the little 'unintentional' interlude.
Much happier now, I really hate going out without my face and glad rags on. I seem to have done a 180 from a few months back where It was terrified to step out the door. Spent the morning in town mainly food shopping, but it was just nice to get out as me.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

Morning Sadie,

Ahhhh Now I understand why you've been oscillating between pensive and cranky. Welcome back Sadie and  get thee gone imposter!!

  I sitting here pondering to take my sister to an early morning doctor's appoint  With polish on or polish off in male mode, female mode, or hybrid. I am becoming a little more comfortable as myself. Decisions decisions.

Oh well, Glad the old girl is back Sadie and glad you are feeling better.

  Hugs,
    Laurie

[Shy]

Morning Sadie,

Ahhhh Now I understand why you've been oscillating between pensive and cranky. Welcome back Sadie and  get thee gone imposter!!

  I sitting here pondering to take my sister to an early morning doctor's appoint  With polish on or polish off in male mode, female mode, or hybrid. I am becoming a little more comfortable as myself. Decisions decisions.

Oh well, Glad the old girl is back Sadie and glad you are feeling better.

  Hugs,
    Laurie

Its that Mr Miyagi training kicking in again Laurie. "polish on, polish off, polish on polish off" Good for learning patience but terrible for your nails.
Glad to hear you're getting more comfy, seriously girl you look amazing. Wear what makes you feel happy 

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

[Laurie]

Its that Mr Miyagi training kicking in again Laurie. "polish on, polish off, polish on polish off" Good for learning patience but terrible for your nails.
Glad to hear you're getting more comfy, seriously girl you look amazing. Wear what makes you feel happy 

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

Alas Sadie,

  It was a polish off kind of day and went to my sister's appointment in hybrid mode. Besides I'm going to do a bit of grocery shopping and possible a trip into my bank today. But hey I can polish on again with a different color when I'm done!
  Thank you for the compliment and I am getting to where I want to wear my clothes more often but I'm still not ready to do it all the time yet.

I hope you are having a good day.

Hugs,
   Laurie

[Shy]

All blood tests came back clear for the muscle spasms I've been getting. Kind of good news and bad news because i'm no closer to knowing what's going on. Next appointment with the doc is in three weeks. I hate all this not knowing.

Sadie's half in half out today, really too hot for the wig, so wearing a silk head wrap instead. But nails are painted a nice burgundy, wearing some really comfy yoga gear.
I feel a little awkward presenting in the heat as I haven't started HRT and the lightweight summer clothes just give me away with my flat chest. I certainly don't want to go with breast forms, I want the girls when they arrive to be all mine, so it's baggy tops in the hope that nobody notices.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

[LizK]

Good news on the blood tests...at least it is another thing off the list of possibility...I know it doesn't solve the problem but at least you are one step closer.

Wigs on hot days can be really hard to handle...I would just sweat

[CharleeGrrl]

I love your hair! Perfect!!

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[Shy]

Good news on the blood tests...at least it is another thing off the list of possibility...I know it doesn't solve the problem but at least you are one step closer.

Wigs on hot days can be really hard to handle...I would just sweat

Thanks Liz
I guess getting "wiggy" with it on hot days is going to take some practice, I don't want to slow cook the few brain cells I have left 

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

[Shy]

I love your hair! Perfect!!

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Why thank you CharleeGrrl, that's very sweet of you to say.     

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

[CharleeGrrl]

Thank you, sister! And u as well, always.

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[CharleeGrrl]

That's why growing out and styling your own is always better. And using Aryan Oil to soften your hair just before blow drying also helps soften your hair and makes it really manageable.

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[Laurie]

That's why growing out and styling your own is always better. And using Aryan Oil to soften your hair just before blow drying also helps soften your hair and makes it really manageable.

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Alas Charleegrrl, Though we would dearly love to grow out our own hair and luxuriate in it, some of us old fogies no longer have that option so we are forced to use alternative means to cover our bald pates.

Hugs,
   Laurie

[CharleeGrrl]

Sorry, typo. ARGAN. NOT aryan. Darned predictive typing.

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[CharleeGrrl]

Well, maybe your hair is "older". I'm really not too sure about that, as I'm 61. But ok. It really does make it softer and my hair "breathes" better. I can card my hair with my fingers for days after using Argan oil. Ordinary conditioner doesn't do that. It's not expensive; give it a try.


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[Laurie]

Well, maybe your hair is "older". I'm really not too sure about that, as I'm 61. But ok. It really does make it softer and my hair "breathes" better. I can card my hair with my fingers for days after using Argan oil. Ordinary conditioner doesn't do that. It's not expensive; give it a try.


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CharleeGrrl

I seriously doubt argan oil is going to do anything for this head of hair. btw I'm 64.



lmao

Hugs,
    Laurie

[CharleeGrrl]

Found my go to beauty salon today after a lot of searching around and feeling awkward:)

Spent the afternoon looking through wigs and trying on different styles. It was quite emotional for me being the first time I've seen my self with hair in 40 years.
The staff were amazing with me, I came out feeling another box has been ticked. They are happy to help me with my transition and get me looking my best for the upcoming gender clinic appointments. I felt right at home and accepted,
so a good day for me

Peace and love and all that good stuff

Sadie

God's unlimited love be with you in all things. I am so very happy for you! You have every right to be who you are. So be who you are! And know that my prayers are with you, always.

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[CharleeGrrl]

  Hi Sadie,

I still can't bring myself to do something like that. Keep it up and you'll leave me gasping for breath in your dust.

   I did look online again for a place to inquire about electrolysis and once again I find I have only one option fairly close without going into Portland. I've even bookmarked the site, have a shortcut on my desktop to the address and phone number, and haven't called them yet. I am leery about it as I can't really find any reviews or ratings. The site has little actual information on it except the tech does it by appointment only and is board certified. No menu of services, nor any pricing info.
  Again I find myself disappointed with the lack of resources available in and around Portland.

  Good for you Sadie. Keep on truckin.

  Hugs,
   laurie

Hi! I read your message to Sadie and I want to tell you that you have nothing to fear. Truly!
   Don't be afraid; most people at a professional level "see it all, do it all". And they need to make money to pay rent, eat food, just like everybody else.
   So don't be afraid to ask about services and prices. Use your femme name, and explain truthfully who you really are, and what your objectives are.
   Most women are pretty sympathetic to mtf's. I'm not sure why; maybe its because we're "joining the club"?
   Write down everything and write back to us all so we can go there, too!
   Lots of love and light to you from beautiful Idaho!

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