Teresa's Trans Treck

[Teresa]

I recently acknowledged, or at least accepted that I need to explore the possibility, that I am really a woman. I came other to one counsellor who did not know how to handle it. I have been to a couple of sessions with an actual trans counsellor, and that is starting to help.
On the weekend I went to a 55+ trans lunch. I am not sure how I feel about that. I let myself be called Teresa for the first time (other than here and a couple of other online groups). The group got into a bit of a political activist discussion. I am not ready for that at this very early stage of my transition. I was also probably the youngest there, at 61. At least I felt the youngest, maybe because I was also the newest.
I did get some great advice. not least of which was to take my time and accept this will take time.

[KathyLauren]

That is good that you are meeting other trans people in real life.  Even if they are more activist than you are comfortable with at the moment, it doesn't hurt to hear what they have to say, and to bounce your thoughts off them.  In particular, The advice to take your time is spot-on.

[ChrissyRyan]

Yes, take time, reflect, learn.

[tgirlamg]

Welcome Aboard Teresa and all good things to you as you find your way forward!... Enjoy every step in the process of becoming... It is all amazing stuff!

Onward Brave Sister!

Ashley 💕

[Lori Dee]

Welcome Teresa to the Blogosphere!

Your blog will serve as a great place to record your journey and share updates with your readers. This is your home here at Susan's so get settled in and continue to let us know how it is going for you.

Meeting face-to-face with a local group is great. It allows you to understand that you are truly not alone. Our local group's discussions have also turned political because the current climate has many of us concerned about the future. It doesn't hurt to go and just listen to what their concerns are. After a short while, you will get to know the members better and will be able to relax. Maybe someone else will join too and you won't be the newest. 

[Northern Star Girl]

@Teresa
Dear Teresa:
Today, when I logged-in, I was thrilled to see that you have
started your new Blog Thread here on the Forum.

Your readers and followers will now have a place that that they easily can find you
which will allow others to leave their reply comments and thoughts for you.

As LoriDee mentioned in her previous post....
...your Blog Thread is the place that you can call HOME here on
the Forum and where can continue to tell your "story."

THANK YOU for sharing with all of us.
I am eagerly looking forward to following your story as you feel comfortable sharing.

Warmly,
Danielle[Northern Star Girl]
The Forum Administrator    Email: alaskandanielle@yahoo.com
                                                                         
@Lori Dee

[Teresa]

...
Meeting face-to-face with a local group is great. It allows you to understand that you are truly not alone. Our local group's discussions have also turned political because the current climate has many of us concerned about the future. It doesn't hurt to go and just listen to what their concerns are. After a short while, you will get to know the members better and will be able to relax. Maybe someone else will join too and you won't be the newest. 

One of the other ladies wanted to get back into photography, so we did have that in common