A totally awesome day

[ChrissyRyan]

Sounds very wonderful!


Chrissy

[Northern Star Girl]

@krobinson103
Thank you for posting your "life events" updates.... it reads like all good news to me.

Interesting about the conversation that you had with your long distant trans-woman friend.   ....  it sounds like your relationship with her is going fairly well considering the subject of marriage came up.

Well, there is no doubt that based on your lovely recent photos, especially your latest and terrific Avatar/Profile picture, that you have indeed... most of the "grunt work" has been accomplished....  now just some of the details like laser hair removal and an orchi, etc.

The last bit of good news that I was glad to hear about.... your amicable compromise solution with your family issues and that your work and career situation is not in danger.

Yes indeed, as you stated, it was a good day for you and tomorrow will only be better.

Hugs and well wishes as always,
Danielle

[krobinson103]

Thanks to those who read my ramblings. When I started this I was desperately searching for an answer to a problem I really couldn't put a finger on. I think now I know what the struggle was.

People say I want to transition to a gender. I don't think transition is about that. I think transition is more about finding that place where you are the most YOU as possible. Transition is accepting that every day there is HOPE and that hope will drive you to places you never knew possible. Transition is accepting fear, facing it and making it a STRENGTH. Transition is accepting that the price of being you may be high but ITS ALL WORTH IT.

I think if I could boil down everything I've been through this last year its quite simple. Always hope and never give up. I think everyone who embarks on this journey is braver than they believe, stronger than they seem, and smarter than they think.

Never give up!

[ChrissyRyan]

Thanks to those who read my ramblings. When I started this I was desperately searching for an answer to a problem I really couldn't put a finger on. I think now I know what the struggle was.

People say I want to transition to a gender. I don't think transition is about that. I think transition is more about finding that place where you are the most YOU as possible. Transition is accepting that every day there is HOPE and that hope will drive you to places you never knew possible. Transition is accepting fear, facing it and making it a STRENGTH. Transition is accepting that the price of being you may be high but ITS ALL WORTH IT.

I think if I could boil down everything I've been through this last year its quite simple. Always hope and never give up. I think everyone who embarks on this journey is braver than they believe, stronger than they seem, and smarter than they think.

Never give up!

Well said.


Chrissy

[Sonja]

Thanks to those who read my ramblings. When I started this I was desperately searching for an answer to a problem I really couldn't put a finger on. I think now I know what the struggle was.

People say I want to transition to a gender. I don't think transition is about that. I think transition is more about finding that place where you are the most YOU as possible. Transition is accepting that every day there is HOPE and that hope will drive you to places you never knew possible. Transition is accepting fear, facing it and making it a STRENGTH. Transition is accepting that the price of being you may be high but ITS ALL WORTH IT.

I think if I could boil down everything I've been through this last year its quite simple. Always hope and never give up. I think everyone who embarks on this journey is braver than they believe, stronger than they seem, and smarter than they think.

Never give up!

Well said Kelly -  A beautiful paragraph!

and looking great - is that a new dress?!


Sonja.

[krobinson103]

Well said Kelly -  A beautiful paragraph!

and looking great - is that a new dress?!


Sonja.

Yes it is. Do you like it? I think it suits me went out wearing that and go a fair bit of attention lol...

[Sonja]

Yes it is. Do you like it? I think it suits me went out wearing that and go a fair bit of attention lol...

Yes - its nice and summery!  - - How did you get your wife to go out with you on the town? - I was pleasantly surprised to read that - but that's great that she went!

Sonja

[krobinson103]

 
Yes - its nice and summery!  - - How did you get your wife to go out with you on the town? - I was pleasantly surprised to read that - but that's great that she went!

Sonja

Honestly  think she was curious. Its not really her scene though. Particularly the drag queens and their... interesting take on acts lol. She did like some of the show though.

[krobinson103]

Wonderful news! We have an experienced SRS surgeon doing private surgeries just an hour from my house. Now I just need cash. Also laser hair removal is going great. Its 14 hours since I last shaved and only a few patches where I can feel any hair at all... and there 6 sessions left to go.

What else happened today? I went to the local clinic and got a practice nurse to inject my implant and my gp signed off on my estradot patches as my specialist was sick. Don't think she had seen a trans woman close up before. Had a few questions and seemed quite surprised what the meds do. Does mean though the two issues I wanted to talk to the doctor about; breast pain that doesn't stop, and getting enough patches for 3 not 4 days cycles will have to wait till December.

I was talking to a work colleague (woman) about the weekend and expressed surprise at the amount of attention I seemed to be getting. She assured me that it wasn't for any bad reasons... but because I am attractive. This I find a little hard to credit, but people keep telling me so at some point I will have to accept the body of evidence.

[Northern Star Girl]

Wonderful news! We have an experienced SRS surgeon doing private surgeries just an hour from my house. Now I just need cash. Also laser hair removal is going great. Its 14 hours since I last shaved and only a few patches where I can feel any hair at all... and there 6 sessions left to go.

What else happened today? I went to the local clinic and got a practice nurse to inject my implant and my gp signed off on my estradot patches as my specialist was sick. Don't think she had seen a trans woman close up before. Had a few questions and seemed quite surprised what the meds do. Does mean though the two issues I wanted to talk to the doctor about; breast pain that doesn't stop, and getting enough patches for 3 not 4 days cycles will have to wait till December.

I was talking to a work colleague (woman) about the weekend and expressed surprise at the amount of attention I seemed to be getting. She assured me that it wasn't for any bad reasons... but because I am attractive. This I find a little hard to credit, but people keep telling me so at some point I will have to accept the body of evidence.

@krobinson103
Well, you summed up your latest update perfectly...  "Wonderful news!"

It is great that your laser hair removal is going so well and I can tell that you are so happy about your progress.  Only 6 more sessions, certainly is terrific to have that coming to an end.

Interesting about your visit with the nurse that injected your estradiol patch. 
I have had several similar experiences with medical assistants that have seen me, some of them seemed to be amazed at how HRT has done it's magic... and when I had a recent mammogram, two of the technicians were very surprised that I was not a cis-woman... very affirming for certain.

Oh, and getting positive attention and even flirting being directed at me is most gratifying... it definitely makes the pain, time and effort that the transition journey requires... well worth it for sure.

Thanks for keeping us all updated with your amazing transformation story...
Hugs and well wishes,
Danielle

[krobinson103]

Hmmm I need to type some stuff to get my head clear around exactly what just happened.

It goes something like this...

Wife says to me "stop telling me about your day, tell your wife."
I say "err.. we are still married."
She says "no , I consider your gf to be your wife."

This got me thinking...

So while I'm chatting to Linda (gf) I tell her about this conversation and add well that means someone else needs the job of being my wife - would you like the job? She says yes....

I predict an interesting future.

[Faith]

I predict an interesting future

Now there's some more news worth celebrating, have a coffee .. on me

It's soo hard to keep up with all the goings on .. congrats on all the previous as well, I did read it all

Faith

[krobinson103]

With everything that has happened lately I'm so verging on changing gear and pushing the schedule a bit. With this new office opening and it not being well known... yet I'm so tempted to apply for at least a consultation to get the price. Once I have this I have a goal, and, since we have a few pay rises coming up I might be able to extend the mortgage a little to pay for SRS before the rush of 100 or so people who have been waiting for years jumps in. With luck I can arrange surgery for the coming 6 week school holiday in December giving me time to recover.

So many changes this year its hard to keep up sometimes!

[KathyLauren]

She says yes....

Congratulations!  With all the other good news happening to you, this one is big!

[krobinson103]

Well last night some random dude on facebook messaged me. Usually I ignore such messages but this guy looked less dodgy than the rest. Turns out he is looking for a girl friend / partner. So Before he says another word I say before you waste any time going down this road know I'm transgender. I fully expected him to stop right there...

But he did not So I tell him I'm also mostly lesbian and not really looking for a partner right now (as you know life is busy is that regard!). He says cool lets be friends instead. I say ok.. why not. So he says you look really young and he would never have guessed I was trans. I say thanks I'm 43. He says no way you look 30 at best.

Adds to the pile of proof HRT is working! If some young late 20's dude wants to 'chat me up' - his words the line must truly be crossed.

[Northern Star Girl]

Well last night some random dude on facebook messaged me. Usually I ignore such messages but this guy looked less dodgy than the rest. Turns out he is looking for a girl friend / partner. So Before he says another word I say before you waste any time going down this road know I'm transgender. I fully expected him to stop right there...

But he did not So I tell him I'm also mostly lesbian and not really looking for a partner right now (as you know life is busy is that regard!). He says cool lets be friends instead. I say ok.. why not. So he says you look really young and he would never have guessed I was trans. I say thanks I'm 43. He says no way you look 30 at best.

Adds to the pile of proof HRT is working! If some young late 20's dude wants to 'chat me up' - his words the line must truly be crossed.

@krobinson103
Wow.... music to any of our ears to hear that onlookers think that we appear dramatically younger than our real physical age.....   

I am personally impressed with the progress of your transition and the changes in your appearance that is not only a result of HRT but also it is a result of your personal efforts with cosmetic efforts and you mannerisms.

Keep on keeping on.... what you are doing is working in your favor for sure.

Hugs and well wishes as always,
Danielle

[krobinson103]

@krobinson103
Wow.... music to any of our ears to hear that onlookers think that we appear dramatically younger than our real physical age.....   

I am personally impressed with the progress of your transition and the changes in your appearance that is not only a result of HRT but also it is a result of your personal efforts with cosmetic efforts and you mannerisms.

Keep on keeping on.... what you are doing is working in your favor for sure.

Hugs and well wishes as always,
Danielle

Thank you Danielle. Your support is very welcome and its nice to see people take an interest in my little transition. I spent so many years not caring about my appearance that now I like what I see I take pains to look my best every day if I can. Besides its fun to feel beautiful and wear nice clothes etc.

Besides the dysphoria monster still has a few rather blunted teeth left and there are still a few occasions I doubt myself. This will stop however because doubt is NOT ALLOWED in my thoughts any more.

[pamelatransuk]

Hmmm I need to type some stuff to get my head clear around exactly what just happened.

It goes something like this...

Wife says to me "stop telling me about your day, tell your wife."
I say "err.. we are still married."
She says "no , I consider your gf to be your wife."

This got me thinking...

So while I'm chatting to Linda (gf) I tell her about this conversation and add well that means someone else needs the job of being my wife - would you like the job? She says yes....

I predict an interesting future.

With everything that has happened lately I'm so verging on changing gear and pushing the schedule a bit. With this new office opening and it not being well known... yet I'm so tempted to apply for at least a consultation to get the price. Once I have this I have a goal, and, since we have a few pay rises coming up I might be able to extend the mortgage a little to pay for SRS before the rush of 100 or so people who have been waiting for years jumps in. With luck I can arrange surgery for the coming 6 week school holiday in December giving me time to recover.

So many changes this year its hard to keep up sometimes!

Always nice to read your updates, Kelly. I am so glad things are progressing really well.

The above seem to be the two highlights.

Congratulations on the first and wishing you the best of luck with a December appointment with respect to the second.

Hugs

Pamela

[ChrissyRyan]

I enjoy seeing your updates Kelly.

I always wish you the best.

You look wonderful.


Chrissy

[rachel de Corvus]

Hi Kelly,

I read your entire thread over the last week. I must say you are a very impressive woman--especially your positive attitude! Your transition has been inspirational to read about and I look forward to following it from here.

I agree with Danielle--your sincere post and regular updates are very much appreciated! 

rachel