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Started by Shy, May 03, 2017, 12:00:47 PM

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Shy

I just patiently lie in wait for a sale and when the unsuspecting bag shows up I pounce with my purse. Sadly they all got away yesterday, I was after a tote bag but with slightly longer handles so it's not jammed under my armpit. Found one with the perfect fit but it was pink and want something black so It matches any outfit.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

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Laurie

Quote from: Shy on April 29, 2018, 04:05:19 AM
I just patiently lie in wait for a sale and when the unsuspecting bag shows up I pounce with my purse. Sadly they all got away yesterday, I was after a tote bag but with slightly longer handles so it's not jammed under my armpit. Found one with the perfect fit but it was pink and want something black so It matches any outfit.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

   All the elusive handbag... Better luck next outing Sadie.

Hugs,
   Laurie
April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone



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Shy

Feeling very much back to normal today. I don't know why I found it so hard to settle lately, I think it's a combination of a lot of things. Anyway like I said feeling some semblance of normalcy.
Got the builders in this afternoon, I thought about reverting to kind and dressing down, but my norm these days is Sadie so Sadie is what they'll get ;D

Had a non-gender therapy session yesterday which went well. My therapist is female and I feel very comfortable with her. It's more of a girly chat than anything else, sometimes that's all I need and she's very supportive of my transition.
She also used to be a beauty therapist and often comments on the way I present saying I'm doing the right thing, my makeup looks natural. You see a lady (as in me)  likes to hear these things :D It can't all be about depression, anxiety and exploring the depths of my emotions. She seems good at knowing the time and place and assessing my mood.

I read yesterday that the waiting times for my GC is now 20 months, obviously it's subject to change but by my calculations I may be seen sometime in November. Of course I'm not counting the days, just like Liz isn't. ;D But it doesn't seem long now.
Although I've found the wait challenging, for me it's also caused me to stand on my own two feet. I've come out, gone full time. I know what it's like to face fear an overcome it. Lots of positives, just need to sort the dysphoria which is just horrible and I know is going to be a challenge in itself. I haven't committed to anything irreversible yet. I know that, but the thought of starting HRT fills me with such a peace I know it will be a know brainer.

Anyways, I'm birthday girl in another five days, just fair warning ;D

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie




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davina61

I will make a cake ready, May I be the first to wish Happy Birthday. Glad you are back to "normal"(what ever that is) now how many cups of brew have you made the builders as they need a lot of lubrication .
a long time coming (out) HRT 12 2017
GRS 2021 5th Nov

Jill of all trades mistress of non
Know a bit about everything but not enough to be clever
  • skype:davina61?call
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Laurie

  Happy Birthday on Sunday Sadie. May you have many more and all of them good.
  I liked reading your update Hun. When you are on a high you make me happy for you. it is lovely to read and see the progress you are making, not only with your transition but in life Sadie. You are on a roll so keep that momentum going.
Stay happy Girl.

Hugs,
  Laurie
April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone



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Shy

Quote from: davina61 on May 01, 2018, 07:55:03 AM
I will make a cake ready, May I be the first to wish Happy Birthday. Glad you are back to "normal"(what ever that is) now how many cups of brew have you made the builders as they need a lot of lubrication .

Thank you Davina, I like virtual cake, not so many calories. ;D
I would have made the builders tea if they had bothered to turn up. aaaarrrgggghhh. Just about to ring them now to hear the lame excuse.

Peace and love and all that stuff,

Sadie
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Shy

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Quote from: Laurie on May 01, 2018, 02:20:25 PM
  Happy Birthday on Sunday Sadie. May you have many more and all of them good.
  I liked reading your update Hun. When you are on a high you make me happy for you. it is lovely to read and see the progress you are making, not only with your transition but in life Sadie. You are on a roll so keep that momentum going.
Stay happy Girl.

Hugs,
  Laurie

Thanks for the wishes Laurie :)

Yes I'm doing a little better, they call it a rollercoaster don't they, I just forget sometimes I've purchase my ticket and am already strapped in holding on for dear life trying not to swallow my dentures :o. Change is always challenging, my mildly autistic brain compounds that so it all gets a bit overwhelming at times.

Anyway before start getting all deep and meaningful, have a lovely day Laurie.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

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Kendra

Sadie, happy birthday this weekend!  And an opportunity to think about the growing list of your well-earned accomplishments this past year.
Assigned male at birth 1963.  Decided I wanted to be a girl in 1971.  Laser 2014-16, electrolysis 2015-17, HRT 7/2017, GCS 1/2018, VFS 3/2018, FFS 5/2018, Labiaplasty & BA 7/2018. 
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Shy

Quote from: Kendra on May 02, 2018, 11:04:29 PM
Sadie, happy birthday this weekend!  And an opportunity to think about the growing list of your well-earned accomplishments this past year.

Thank you for the wishes Kendra :)

Sometimes it's hard to separate the wood from the trees but I have come a long way, as have we all :)

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie
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Shy

Well Sadie made her visit to vote this morning. It was a bit strange because without a name change it meant outing myself. It felt good to be a trans woman planting my X and I didn't mind who knew.

On the way back I got my first cat call, wolf whistle or whatever strange noise it it that blokes make to get noticed. It did feel a bit odd being the object of someones attention that way. Not used to that one :D

I had one of those revelations last night that could help solve a lot of my non-gender related issues. I need to explore further but it would certainly explain a lot and give me some closure. The glove fits so I'll bring it up at my next therapy session.  :)

So happy today. Just come back from food shopping and a wander, felt good, felt confident, felt like myself. A good day. ;D

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie
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davina61

Good for you love and don't it feel good being yourself .
a long time coming (out) HRT 12 2017
GRS 2021 5th Nov

Jill of all trades mistress of non
Know a bit about everything but not enough to be clever
  • skype:davina61?call
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Shy

Quote from: davina61 on May 03, 2018, 01:35:19 PM
Good for you love and don't it feel good being yourself .

Thanks Davina :) It's taken over year full time to even start feeling slightly comfortable in my presentation.
Today felt good, I liked what I was wearing, my makeup was fresh and natural and the sun was shining. Some days the planets just align.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

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Laurie

 Hey Sadie girl, it sounds like you are having a wonderful time of it today. Wow! cat calls even. That's never happened to me. Good going girl! 
  I sure hope the epiphany you believe you've had, pans out for you, Hun.

Hugs,
   Laurie

April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone



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Shy

Quote from: Laurie on May 03, 2018, 02:23:57 PM
Hey Sadie girl, it sounds like you are having a wonderful time of it today. Wow! cat calls even. That's never happened to me. Good going girl! 
  I sure hope the epiphany you believe you've had, pans out for you, Hun.

Hugs,
   Laurie

Thank you official Laurie. Yes the epiphany is real :) I think I know the cause of many of my troubles but it's not gender related and involves third parties so I don't want to talk publicly about it.
I never thought in my wildest dreams that my esteem would change, I thought I was so set in my ways, damaged goods. I now have a slight notion that that's not the case that is rapidly turning into a conviction. Early days yet though, these things take time to process.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie

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Shy

Had a little train journey today. A younger guy sat opposite to me and ma'amed me when he sat down and ma'amed me when I got off at my stop.
The ticket collector ma'amed me, I guess I'm a ma'am then. ;D
I was feeling a bit more awkward today, mainly autism at work when I'm in strange places, but I'm getting better with that too. At least I know what it is now and I'm starting to venture out further afield :D
Got an invite from little Sis. on Monday for birthday dinner so treated myself to a new top for the occasion. Any excuse and I'm off shopping ;D.

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie



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Laurie

  Yes Ma'am, Shopping is what we do isn't it? I just put in an order for 2 long dresses, a bra, a 36 quart cooler, and another item. Total was sale prices at $98.94 and with some promotions I got it all for $38.86! with no shipping cost. Now that's shopping!

Hugs,
   Laurie
April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone



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Shy

Had me eyebrows threaded today and now I have no eyebrows :o. I think she made a mistake and tried to correct it by making them thinner. Oh well, I'm old fashioned and don't mind drawing them on. ;D

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie
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davina61

Would like to get mine sorted and a makeoverone day maybe
a long time coming (out) HRT 12 2017
GRS 2021 5th Nov

Jill of all trades mistress of non
Know a bit about everything but not enough to be clever
  • skype:davina61?call
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Laurie

@Shy   It's a shame she didn't get your brows done right. Did you shave them off completely after? I hope she didn't charge you for her mistake.

@davina61  I saw that Davina. I've had a makeover now it is your turn, girl.

Hugs,
   Laurie
April 13, 2019 switched to estradiol valerate
December 20, 2018    Referral sent to OHSU Dr Dugi  for vaginoplasty consult
December 10, 2018    Second Letter VA Psychiatric Practical nurse
November 15, 2018    First letter from VA therapist
May 11, 2018 I am Laurie Jeanette Wickwire
May   3, 2018 Submitted name change forms
Aug 26, 2017 another increase in estradiol
Jun  26, 2017 Last day in male attire That's full time I guess
May 20, 2017 doubled estradiol
May 18, 2017 started electrolysis
Dec   4, 2016 Started estradiol and spironolactone



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Shy

Quote from: davina61 on May 05, 2018, 03:02:35 PM
Would like to get mine sorted and a makeoverone day maybe

Did you mention MAKEOVER I thought you were already in the 'M' club. This won't do at all ;D

Ask her Laurie what happens if you fail to comply. "Light the beacons!" Davina hasn't had a makeover;D

Peace and love and all that good stuff,

Sadie
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