Starting over! Innies&Outties!

[spacial]

Thats so great you are not alone and have a roommate..

The same, for both of you.

You're both good people, headed the same direction.

Just really pleased for you both.

[Amazon D]

The same, for both of you.

You're both good people, headed the same direction.

Just really pleased for you both.

is that sarcasm on my screen name because i live alone but yea i take care of a 88 yr old mom who barely says a word so i am basically all alone.

[Amazon D]

Oh you were probably agreeing with my statement but it didn't read that way. 

[Colleen Ireland]

WooHoo!!  JUST got connected to the Internet in my new home, and the FIRST thing I wanted to do is come here and tell everyone what a wonderful experience it's been moving in here with Simone.  She has done everything humanly possible to make me feel at home, and help me settle in.  It was a very emotional day for me, because I was moving out of the home I've shared with my wife, and leaving my marriage of almost 32 years.  Lots of tears.  And it COULD have been a day when I felt a lot of uncertainty and fear, but because of Simone and her parents, I felt loved and wanted.  Her parents have pretty much adopted me, and her mother is over here often, and she's very cute - we get along really well.  I'm finally starting to get things organized, and getting on the Internet was a very big part of that.  She's been great, and I'm sure we're going to have a lot of fun.

[Amazon D]

WooHoo!!  JUST got connected to the Internet in my new home, and the FIRST thing I wanted to do is come here and tell everyone what a wonderful experience it's been moving in here with Simone.  She has done everything humanly possible to make me feel at home, and help me settle in.  It was a very emotional day for me, because I was moving out of the home I've shared with my wife, and leaving my marriage of almost 32 years.  Lots of tears.  And it COULD have been a day when I felt a lot of uncertainty and fear, but because of Simone and her parents, I felt loved and wanted.  Her parents have pretty much adopted me, and her mother is over here often, and she's very cute - we get along really well.  I'm finally starting to get things organized, and getting on the Internet was a very big part of that.  She's been great, and I'm sure we're going to have a lot of fun.

AHHHHHH SO SWEET   

[Jillieann Rose]

Simone & Colleen sound like you two roomys are getting along well.
That is so good. I am so glad that it is working. And I am so proud of Sis for your willness to take Colleen in.

It was a very emotional day for me, because I was moving out of the home I've shared with my wife, and leaving my marriage of almost 32 years.  Lots of tears.  And it COULD have been a day when I felt a lot of uncertainty and fear, but because of Simone and her parents, I felt loved and wanted. 

I'm so happy Colleen that even with the hurt and tears of leaving a life behind you you felt welcomed and loved byt Simone and her family.
Oh and it's so good to have you back online too sis.

Hugs for both of you,
Jillieann

[Glenn]

Oh Jillieann things are moving along so well.  But two days of shopping has left us depleted of cash.  Now it's time to get back to work for Colleen I suppose and for me to get back on track with my camh papers.

Well bed time again.  Colleen will be fast asleep already.
Once again I'm the night owl. Hoot hoot!


Hugs all
Simone

[Jillieann Rose]

Good night and sleep well Simone.
I'm and early bird too but had be check up on all my friends at Susan's sbefore bed.
Hugs,
Jillieann

[Glenn]

I thought I might give you all an update on my transition to date.

I started out at near 400LBs and am now 350LBS ish. recently I bought a size x5 girdle in two weeks I had to replace it with a size x4. We are doing well. I have cut salt from my diet and no longer suffer from water retention.

Here is my current picture

After


Before



So I see a month or two of work on my self paying off and am encouraged to continue. Think how wonderful the changes will be with HRT

Hugs all
Simone.

[Colleen Ireland]

We went out to supper tonight... Suisse Chalet, Simone's treat.  Next month it's my turn to treat.  We both passed pretty well, not too many strange looks.  We went to a friend's place afterward, and there was a GG friend there, and we figured she knew all about us, because of the friend.  After we outed ourselves by talking trans stuff, and the friend left, our friend said "Oh, by the way, she didn't know you were trans until you said so..."  Uh... oops...  But it was a good evening.  Hope we don't get the snow tomorrow that's predicted...

[Make_It_Good]

Its great to hear how great things are going for you both Colleen and Simone!
And ofcourse about all the positive passing (Even if you do out yourselves :p haha)

And Simone, congrats on the weight loss, youre looking pretty snazzy in your dress.

[Glenn]

And Simone, congrats on the weight loss, youre looking pretty snazzy in your dress.

Has anyone ever told you that flattery will get you everywhere?

Thank you dear I appreciate the flowers and compliments.

Yes we outted our selves but next time we won't!
hugs
Simone

[Morgan]

-wolf whistle- You look great, Simone! Congrats on all the weight loss, 50lbs is a big milestone!

I've been keeping up with this thread for a while now, and I just wanted to say you are a huge inspiration to both me and my girlfriend, Elaine. She's just starting out her transition, and reading about success stories like you has been the driving force for her to get the ball rolling. Thank you so much for posting your story, I look forward to updates from you every day <3

[Jacquelyn]

Simone & Colleen: I am so happy that things are working out for you both! It's great that you are able to support each other through your transitions! Having a roommate can be a blast.

Simone: Girl, you are looking fabulous! Congrats on the weightloss! As Morgan said, 50lbs is a big milestone! I am so happy for you, and I wish you continued luck and encouragement with the changes you have made in your diet, and the progress you are making in your transition overall!

Many hugs to you both!
Jacquelyn

[Jillieann Rose]

The storm is here girls. Look out it is heading your way.
So far we haven't got much snow out of it but they keep saying we will.

You are looking good girl and cogratulations on the weight lose Simone.
What is on your nose? Can't tell in the photo.

Colleen I know you both pass. But it's great to realize it yourself.
Sound like your both having a fun time.

Girls, just because you pass is no reason to out yourselves.
The idea is for no one to know, get it.


Hugs,
Jillieann

[juliekins]

Congrats, Colleen. I know that so much has seemingly happened so fast, but you are handling it very well. You're very lucky to have a friend like Simone.

Simone, you should be proud of yourself not only on your weight loss, but also being there to support your friend and ours ,Colleen. Get and stay healthy. Be the best woman that you can be!

Hang in there Colleen. I know that you may have some sad days, but they will quickly be replaced by many more days of pure happiness!

[Colleen Ireland]

Thanks, girls.  I had a beastly drive home this evening - I was able to sail along at 118 k/hr most of the way, but when I was only about 10 minutes from home, the traffic slowed to a crawl that added an additional half hour to the drive.  Not weather related, just a slowdown.  Anyway, when I arrived home, 30 minutes late, Simone had a nice hot plate ready with turkey, creamed corn and potatoes.  Very nice!  Later she made plantain fries, which were very good.  I got out my guitar and we had a bit of a music night.  Tomorrow I will be working from home if I can get my laptop to connect to the company network, which I tried tonight but was unsuccessful.  Of course, given the size of the storm, they may close the office anyway.  At any rate, I won't be going anywhere tomorrow - we'll just have a nice time at home.

You should know that emotionally I'm pretty much okay.  Being able to be Me almost fulltime (other than at work) really helps.

[Glenn]

First I want to thank all of you for the words of encouragement and support for Colleen and myself.
We are doing very well and it is in no small measure due to the support of friends, that keep us heading in the right direction.

Well in more news we will be having a house guest this weekend coming, {In Limbo...} will be coming from Toronto to visit us over night. We have a big comfortable couch ready for her. Should be fun. Well it's very early in the morning and Coffee is now ready so I am off to get some of the nectar of alertness. Before I drift off sideways in my chair and begin to snore.

Hugs all.

Simone.

[Jillieann Rose]

Simone and Colleen,
I had to stay home today work was closed because of bad weather.
So this afternoon I dug us out of about 6.5" to 7" of snow.
But in the next 2 hours we had 2" more on the ground.
Hope your not get that stuff girls.
Simone I forgot to stay congradulations on the weight lose, way to go girl.
Hugs
Jillieann.

[Colleen Ireland]

Yay, I finally got my room "sort of" in order!  I can see the floor now.  I no longer have to fear stepping on something fragile and important.  I know where my dirty laundry is.  All of it.  WOOOT!!!  I even hung a couple of pictures.  NOW I feel more at home.  Looking forward to the weekend.  Hope I can get MY computer working soon - I have to use Simone's computer at the moment.