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Started by KathyLauren, December 05, 2017, 05:19:10 PM

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KathyLauren

My wife and I went Christmas shopping today.  We didn't intend to, but she really wanted a stool with a hooked-rug seat that had a picture of a kitty on it.  She really, really wanted it, so I told her it was her Christmas present.  Which meant that, when we passed our favourite second-hand clothing store, I got to pick out two sweaters and a brooch for my Christmas present.  :)
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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Laurie

#21
Good for you both... Now go wrap them and put them uder the tree until Christmas.
  Go on do as you're told ladies.

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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KathyLauren

My wife wanted to go to a local discount clothing store for something she needded, so of course I tagged along.  I found a couple of tops and a pair of corduroy pants for casual wear in winter.

When we got home, she saw the cords and was worried that they might be men's pants, displayed improperly in the store.  The legs are wide for hanging over boots, rather than slim for tucking into boots, and could be mistaken for a men's style.  I modeled them for her, and we quickly established that they are indeed women's pants.  The back pockets are fake and the fly is way too short for a guy.  Whew!

But how nice it is to have someone looking out for my presentation, to make sure I look my best! 
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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Laurie

 What you describe for the bottom of the legs is what I get when ordering boot cut jeans. They are wider so they are able to fit over the boot's shaft.
  Sounds normal to me. Now wrap those also and put them under the tree with the others young lady.

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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KathyLauren

Quote from: Laurie on December 11, 2017, 01:37:11 PM
Now wrp those also and put them under the tree with the others young lady.
Heck, no.  The cords aren't a Christmas present, so I get to wear them whenever I want.  And as for the sweaters, my wife already has her kitty stool (no, I'm not talking about the litter box contents) on display in the living room, so I get to wear them now, too.  Already have, in fact!   ;D

2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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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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steph2.0



Assigned male at birth 1958 * Began envying sister 1963 * Knew unquestioningly that I was female 1968 * Acted the male part for 50 years * Meltdown and first therapist session May 2017 * Began HRT 6/21/17 * Out to the world 10/13/17 * Name Change 12/7/2017 (Girl Harbor Day) * FFS With FacialTeam 12/4/2018 * Facelift and Lipo Body Sculpting at Ocean Clinic 6/13-14/2019 * GCS with Marci Bowers 9/25/2019
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KathyLauren

I discovered that transitioning can help a bad back.  I threw out my sacro-illiac joint a couple of days ago.  It turns out that the firm-control briefs that I use for tucking are just the thing to support the wonky joint.  And an hour on the electrologist's table, especially with the involuntary muscle flexing caused by the pain, is perfect for massaging the joint back into place.   :-\
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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Michelle_P

Does the electrologist get to double bill for the muscle manipulation work, or do you have to pay yourself?   These things are important to know!

I discovered the same thing about the control top/high rise briefs. What a relief those are!


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KathyLauren

Quote from: Michelle_P on December 12, 2017, 05:24:55 PM
Does the electrologist get to double bill for the muscle manipulation work, or do you have to pay yourself?   These things are important to know!
I didn't tell her about my back.  What she doesn't know won't hurt her.  :)

A fun exchange with my wife today.  We were stuck in traffic, waiting to make a left turn at an intersection that ought to have lights.
Wife: Maybe you should just go straight.
Me: I tried that for 62 years.  It didn't work.
I'm not usually that quick.
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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Laurie

That was a good one Kathy.

Chalk up another smile and a laugh from Laurie.

Thanks,
   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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KathyLauren

I just learned something.  According to the World Health Organization, I am "young".  They define ages as follows:
• 0-17 years old: underage
• 18-65 years old: youth/young people
• 66-79 years old: middle-aged
• 80-99 years old: elderly/senior
• 100+ years old: long-lived elderly

I like it!
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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Jayne01

Did you previously consider yourself something other than "young"?
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KathyLauren

Quote from: Jayne01 on December 13, 2017, 04:58:13 PM
Did you previously consider yourself something other than "young"?
Of course not.  But it is affirming to have someone confirm officially what I knew all along.  :D  Unfortunately, I only have three more years of youth left before I'm - eek! - middle aged.
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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Laurie

Now you've made me sad Kathy. This is my last year to be young. I may make it to middle aged. I feel so old

Hugs.
Old Lady 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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Anne Blake

I don't know Kathy, your chart tells me that I have been middle aged for several years but I feel like I belong with the youth/young people. At least that was the group I was dancing with last week end (in 3 1/2" pumps no less)!
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Laurie

You tell that youngster Tia!

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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KathyLauren

Silly me, I forgot that the clock gets re-set to 13 when you start HRT.  So most of us are underage.   :D

Made a great Freudian slip today.  A FB friend was complaining about all the conflict and strife in the world and in her inbox.  I thought it would be appropriate to wish her a harmonious 2018.  Except I spelled it "hormonious"!  I swear it was unintentional!   :D
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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Anne Blake

Sure Kathy, it was unintentional, we believe you.....but we are beginning to see an entirely new side of the sweet innocent Canadian girl we once thought we knew.
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KathyLauren

Things have slowed right down here, so there's not much happening.  Most of my regular activities are on Christmas break now.  The weather is too cold to do anything useful outside.  I got all excited yesterday because there was a fresh snowfall.  Oh, goody, I thought, I'll get out the snowblower and clear the driveway.  Nope, there was enough to make driving bad, but not enough to use the snowblower.  So there's another hour spent on the Internet instead.

Today being Saturday, I would normally have gone into the city (an hour and a half each way) for the support group.  But the roads were bad, so I skipped out on that.

I'm actually finding it hard to get motivated to do much of anything.  (I wasn't really heartbroken when I couldn't blow out the driveway.)  I think I probably have a mild SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder).  I usually get lethargic this time of year.  I think it is related to the short days: the sun sets at 4:30 pm at this latitude right now.

Next week, I have a doctor appointment to renew my HRT prescriptions.  My doctor is in the city, so the same hour and a half as for the support group.  If the roads are bad again, I'll see if I can do the appointment by phone and get her to fax the prescription to the pharmacy.  The pharmacy is on the local town, so it's only a 25 minute drive.  I'll do that trip no matter what the roads are like, because I do not want to run out of my E!

So that's me right now: kinda hibernating.
2015-07-04 Awakening; 2015-11-15 Out to self; 2016-06-22 Out to wife; 2016-10-27 First time presenting in public; 2017-01-20 Started HRT!!; 2017-04-20 Out publicly; 2017-07-10 Legal name change; 2019-02-15 Approval for GRS; 2019-08-02 Official gender change; 2020-03-11 GRS; 2020-09-17 New birth certificate
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