Why do you come to Susan's?

[Fer]

To remind people that I'm an individual & that my life doesn't compare to any of yours.  We might share a common bond, but we aren't the same.  We're very diverse, all different otherwise why do you think Susan herself has all these categories on her website?

[Ryuu]

To vent sometimes. To see that I'm not the only one who feels this way, even though it seems that way most days IRL. To see that there really may be a light at the end of the tunnel. Right now it might be only a pinhole, but it exists, and I'm grateful for that.

[Krissy_Australia]

This place does fa for me I just come here for habit. But Aaron you worry me. Tell me to fo if you want but talk

[K8]

I first came for information.  I settled in and found a home where people understood what I was struggling with.  I got help when I needed it and was able to offer help to others who were struggling as I had.  And now I come because it has become part of my life - like my friendships IRL and a lot of other things I do. 

I still need help from time to time.  I'm really grateful for this site and for the people here.

Thanks Susan and thanks to all of you.

- Kate

[Jillieann Rose]

I joined because I was confused about what was going on inside of me and why I was having these feeling and desires. I need information and friends who understood what I was going through.

I stayed on for friendship encouragement. And there is always more I need to learn as my journey continues.
I also like to help and encourage others.
Jillieann

[Alexie]

I joined because I was confused about what was going on inside of me and why I was having these feeling and desires. I need information and friends who understood what I was going through.

I stayed on for friendship encouragement. And there is always more I need to learn as my journey continues.
I also like to help and encourage others.
Jillieann

I couldn't have put it better myself 

Alexie

[brittanyfear]

I think I joined mostly to socialize, although a lot of those other options can occur during socialization. I have supportive friends locally, but I'm one of these hermits who tends not to leave the house much unless I'm getting some obvious benefit. Plus it's too cold for camping heh. Maybe Memorial Day weekend.

[EveMarie]

Listen to Joe Bonamassa, "Sloe Gin" it's me, and this place gives me the smiles I need the knowledge I seek, and the security in finding out who and what I am.

Sloe Gin, Sloe Gin
Tryin' to wash away the pain inside
Well I'm sick and I'm all done in
And I'm standing in the rain
And I feel like I'm gonna cry

I'm so damn lonely
And I ain't even high
I'm so damn lonely
And I feel like I wanna die

Mayday, mayday I've been shot down
Over stormy seas
Well I feel that I'm drifting away
Can't seem to get a grip on me
Well I can't even try

I'm so damn lonely
Ain't even high
I hate to go home alone,
But what else is new?
I'm so damn lonely

I hate to go home alone,
But what else is new?
I'm so damn lonely...

You stand and bleeding people pass me by
No matter if you live
No matter if you die

Sloe Gin, Sloe Gin
Tryin' to wash away the pain inside
Well I'm sick and I'm all done in
I'm standing in the rain
And I feel like I'm gonna cry

I'm so damn lonely
Ain't even high
I'm so damn lonely...

[cocoon]

Being relatively new to this site, I can say I came to be with others who are like me: people who don't think I'm completely nuts for being TG.  There are so many feelings that we all share that most people don't understand. I think the thing that has kept my interest is the dedication that you have for this site and the obvious friendships that you made with each other.  There are so many bright and interesting people here.  I think it is great that we can have a place to talk.  I don't feel quite so islated knowing there are sisters and brothers who dealing with many of the same problems that I have been facing by myself.

[Alexie]

Being relatively new to this site, I can say I came to be with others who are like me: people who don't think I'm completely nuts for being TG.  There are so many feelings that we all share that most people don't understand. I think the thing that has kept my interest is the dedication that you have for this site and the obvious friendships that you made with each other.  There are so many bright and interesting people here.  I think it is great that we can have a place to talk.  I don't feel quite so islated knowing there are sisters and brothers who dealing with many of the same problems that I have been facing by myself.

I couldn't have put it better myself.

Alexie

[Cindy]

I was reflecting on the fact that I have more friends on Susan's than anywhere else, even though I have only met you on email.

Love to you all

Cindy

[Ranktwo]

I need help, and Im fresh out of places to find it.
I'm desperate, and need people who know what its like.

[Sarah B]

I selected the following because they cover pretty much all of the others.

• To socialize.
• To gain knowledge.
• To share my knowledge and experience.
• To become part of the online community.
• To learn how to deal with certain issues.

When I originally joined, I had to provide a reason why I wanted to join 'Susan's' and I quote "It would be appreciated if I could join the group so that I can provide insights on how I become the person that I am today, so that others may benefit from this knowledge and become 'who they want to be'."

What I neglected to mention was "to learn from the experiences of others around me and to put words to my feelings and thoughts that I have always had."

By doing this it allows to me to sit back and reflect on what I have achieved and hence provide guidance for my future, for whatever path I chose to follow.

Kind regards
Sarah B

[Jafrina]

I come here to get info about crossdresing and the best way to go about it  since i am very new at it and still a closet CD, i may always be a closet CD.

[Jasmine.m]

I joined Susans after searching for a forum for a long time. I lurked at few before I made my final decision b/c I wanted to be sure I was joining a site that was accepting and kind. All of you ladies (and gentlemen) are so nice and helpful and confident and really make me feel like maybe I can do this crazy thing. You are all so beautiful and lovely... It really makes me think I can be, too.

I see things differently since I found my gender therapist. She told me two things that really clicked for me, 1) I don't have to go at it alone. Many have been through the same struggle I am facing and are willing to offer their kindness, friendship and support. This is really where Susans comes in. 2) I need to get out and explore the woman I am before I'll be able to make a decision on transition. She suggested I explore being femme before I decide to full time RLE. Her reasoning is that I may not even like being in the real world as a girl, and I should probably find out before I take it too far. 

These two things have really been the impetus for the changes I've seen in myself recently.

I'm pretty sure this is the happiest I've been in a long time. I'm quite certain I like it.

Toodles,
~Jasmine

[V M]

Right on Jasmine  {{{HUGS}}}

*Can't stop there...I'm just a huggin' machine*{{{HUGS}}} Everyone*

[Rachel Bellefountaine]

I'm here to make friends and socialize with other TS folk out there, and also to gain knowledge and confidence to help me in my transitioning. I live in a community where it is not very easy to find support, guidance or even fellow transfolk so the internet has worked wonders for helping me gain the knowledge and connections I need.

I really like this community and the people here. It's very welcoming, and I feel safe discussing my issues with others here.

[Christy Edwards]

Because of the comfort I get and to meet so many wonderful people that understands where each are. I'm still new, but I really love it here....

[Sally7414]

I feel so blessed I came across this site.

It has giving me a lot information. And a lot to think about.

A feeling of belonging, since I no longer feel am I the only one out there that has this feeling or that feeling.

And a few laughs along the way, that just made my day when I wasn't feeling all that good on those days.

Thanks to Susan, all the staff, and all the people of this community for making this a place where everyone belongs and feels accepted.

Love you all,
Sally 

[kimberrrly]

I post here coz I feel people are more open minded and accepting here then in my own country.

Most TS in my country believe one can only be a woman when you have had surgery, but for me beeing a woman is different and more then that.