Hi everyone, new to the site - saying Hello

[NC_Sarah]

Looking forward to meeting everyone and taking part in the community. I am Rose, a CD who is looking to transition and have absolutely no clue how to handle everything, so I am hoping to get some clarity around some of the problems I will encounter moving forward.

Hugs and stuff

[Sonja]

Hi Rose,

Nice to meet you! There are plenty of people on the site who you can chat to about every issue under the sun.  Perhaps you could tell us a little bit more about yourself, many people like to keep aspects about themselves private especially at the beginning but do you feel like sharing something about your journey so far? - As much as you feel comfortable with.
Oh Also - if you click on peoples profile pics you can see more about them including posts they have made - if you check out the oldest ones there is usually a starting story/introduction of some sort. etc.

Take care,

Sonja.

[V M]

Hi Rose 

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)	Cautionary Note
Reputation rules	News posting & quoting guidelines	Photo, avatars, & signature images policy	Membership Agreement

Hugs

V M

[NC_Sarah]

Thanks for the welcome :-)

I am 53 and live in NC although originally English I moved to the states in 2000. I led life as male since moving here because it was easier both for work and not putting a strain on my wife and her very southern (and bigoted) parents. She has known that I am more poly than straight and dated men and women as well as dressed full time in the past. She's an amazing women.

Never had doubts about my sexuality or who I am, but coming from a place and time when it was very dangerous being "different" due to cultural or religious norms, it was something i have suppressed. Now I am older and realise that if people have a problem with me, I can't do anything about it, I can only control how I let it affect me. Making the decision to transition does affect my family so I am not going in to it lightly and wanted a place where I can talk to others and learn their stories and help me determine the healthiest way forward, for me and my family.

I had encounters with severe violence when I was younger and as much as I would love to think the world has moved on since then, I don't think it's the case. It's good to find people who have similar stories and can talk openly about their journey. I am happy to be open and transparent and answer any questions within the guidelines of the site. Reading some of the posts on the forum makes me realise what a great community you have. I look forward to meeting everyone.

Hope this helps,

[Northern Star Girl]

Looking forward to meeting everyone and taking part in the community. I am Rose, a CD who is looking to transition and have absolutely no clue how to handle everything, so I am hoping to get some clarity around some of the problems I will encounter moving forward.

Hugs and stuff

@NC_Rose
Hello Rose,
I am glad that you have taken the step to become a member of Susan's Place and that you have shared your  thoughts with other members that may read your posting.
I am thinking that you may have lots more questions and concerns, this is the right place for you to be to find out what others have done that may have been in your circumstances.
 
Be aware that there are a lot of members here that can identify with what you may be going through.

I see that our lovely long time member @V M  has officially welcomed you a a new member.  Please also allow me to WELCOME you to Susan's Place.  You will find this a safe and friendly place to share with others  and to read about others similar trials, tribulations, and successes.
It is nice that you had signed up so you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other members.
When frustrated or if you have successes you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. ....

***It's a very good chance that you might find that you will make some new friends here. 

Please come in and continue to be involved at your own pace. 

Below the Welcome Message that  @V M sent to you are Important LINKS that will tell you about Susan's Place.  Included there is information about the site that will help you navigate around and best utilize the features here.
Please pay special attention to the LINKS IN RED, answers to questions that most new members ask will be found there.
Again, Welcome.
Danielle

[NC_Sarah]

Thanks again, I spent some time looking over the links and will deep dive into the community over the weekend. 

Hugs

Rose