OMG! Thank you for warning me about Nair. Sounds like something that Beth and I would try! Your story makes me more motivated to try the new elos Me. Cheaper than laser and electrolysis. More convenient, too, since we live far from a salon. Might be effective enough. The newest model has a 90 day satisfaction guarantee. And a 10 year warranty, with an infinite number of -- flashes -- or whatever they're called.
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I find I'm am cranky when he presents.
That's so funny! Me too! I try to appreciate how caring he was, and appreciate how well he sheltered Beth, but we are both so much happier when Beth is revealed. In fact, we took her profile photo off this website yesterday because it doesn't look like her anymore. She is much more comfortable in her skin now. She keeps getting more beautiful!
Anne, you are so inspiring! I love sharing your stories with Beth as you describe becoming bold in stores. We give you all of the credit for inspiring her to use the (unisex) dressing room to try on a dress for the first time. OK, it was early on a Saturday morning, no customers were around, and only one employee, who wasn't engaging. But she did it! Now it's a favorite dress, especially because of the landmark it represents.
For years, like you and HappyMoni, I've cryptically referred to the name that she was using at the time, for instance, I'd hold up a blouse and say, "Oh, I like this! I'd love to see it on Nina!" She'd respond with as much masculine disinterest as she could muster, and decide whether I would try it on to estimate her size. Then I'd buy 2 different sizes, and return what didn't fit.
Beth told me that she was trans nearly 20 years ago, but she only started feeling bold enough a few months ago to lead me to the items that she liked in stores so I could find the right sizes for her. Such a nice difference, now that she's on track for transitioning instead of hiding in her Man identity forever.
Anne, I love seeing your stories here. Thank you for accompanying me during this journey.