Is HRT and surgery needed to transition? I've transitioned socially in a very accepting community but have yet to start HRT. I don't see the benefits of HRT as outweighing the disadvantages. A loss of height and strength is often reported. I can't really afford to lose any of either as I'm now 5' 2"
My hair is thinning but for some reason I don't have male pattern baldness like my father. I have a big strong neighbor next door who is the manager for a chain auto repair place who I can call on for any help. I have a very feminine hourglass figure, a female speaking voice with excellent modulation as a result of professional speech therapy, and female mannerisms.
I like competitive activities, like competing in flower shows and playing golf. It is impossible not to notice who grows the better flowers or who has the better golf swing. Especially when you win all the top prizes. I also like to share what I do and get feedback on what works and doesn't work for other gardeners. When I play golf I get to talk and share ideas on how to play better golf. There is an art to helping your random partners play better golf.
We only got five inches of snow in Connecticut. Then it warmed up to 50 and the warm rain melted the snow. Not much need for a snowblower in weather like that but it is nice to have just in case we do get a nasty blizzard. I remember when we used to get blizzards. I recall my big noisy snowblower distracting a squirrel, allowing a big hawk to grab lunch and fly away with it.