Better Late than Never

[JoniComeLately]

Hello everyone! My name is Joni, and I'm beginning my MTF journey at the age of 59. Well, not really beginning,  because I've been on this journey my whole life. I was assigned male at birth and raised as a boy, but I never felt comfortable or at home in the world of men. I always wished I had been born a girl, but back in the 60's and 70's there was no readily available option to transition. As an adult, I married a woman, had kids, and tried to play the role of "the man." And I really did try, but hated every second of it.

To make a long story short, I am now happily single, and making small steps toward presenting in a more feminine way. I'm also exploring HRT, but I also suffer from lifelong bouts of depression, and I'm afraid hormones may destabilize my already shaky remission.

But here I am, and regardless of whether I go with HRT or not, I'm not turning back. I've been reading the forum for a while and I think you're all so brave to be making your own personal journey of transition.

Peace and Love to All,
Joni


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[tgirlamg]

Joni... Welcome aboard sister!!!

Your bio sounds like many of us here... There are many common threads to most of our stories... I started the transition ball rolling four years ago at age 52... I am finally living a life that is truly my own..  You may find HRT actually works a lot better than anything else for stabilizing mood!!!

Move ahead into this journey with hope in your heart... Amazing things await and you have a lot of friends here now to share the struggles and celebrate your victories!!!

Onward we go brave sister!!!

Ashley 😀❤️🌻

[Jessica]

Ashley is right that your journeys road is common with many.  I'm 61 and started hurt in July.  I felt a bit unhinged from my typical emotions about a month in briefly.  I seemed to even out within days.  I now have a calmer demeanor and enjoy interacting (instead of stand-offish) with people.  I very much like the idea of thinking more like a woman.
Smiles, Jessica 💁‍♀️

[V M]

Hi Joni 

Welcome to Susan's Place    Glad to have you here, join on in the fun

Here are some links to the site rules and stuff that we offer to all new members to help them along

Things that you should read

Site Terms of Service & Rules to Live By	Standard Terms & Definitions	Post Ranks (including when you can upload an avatar)
Reputation rules	Cautionary Note	Photo, avatars, & signature images policy

Hugs

V M

[MaryT]

Hi Joni, Ashley and Jessica are inspirational for us more mature trans people, aren't they?  Welcome to Susan's Place.

[Thea]

Hi Joni, welcome!
Your story is very similar to mine. I first realized I am trans at about 12, fought it tooth and nail until last year. I'm 57.
Whatever you decide, this is the best place I've found for information and support.

[JoniComeLately]

Thank you to everyone for the warm welcome. Yes, it is inspiring to find so many who have started their journey a little bit later in life. I already feel better knowing their are so many willing to give advice and support!


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