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Title: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Chrystal451 on November 09, 2017, 11:49:32 AM
 I would like to introduce myself to you folks of Susan's who are navigating gender journeys. I myself am a middle aged person who is on a self discovery journey. I have read many posts here and I definitely resonate with many of you. I'm not sure what I have to offer other than my friendship and understanding. I have just very recently spoke to my doctor and a therapist about being transgender..So far reactions have been better than I could have hoped for. This has been overdue for many years. My wife has known for a long time and is extremely supportive. I cant thank her enough. Close family and friends are unaware of my circumstances. To all here i thank you for all the wisdom and ideas expressed. Onward we go....... Chrystal
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Bari Jo on November 09, 2017, 12:20:19 PM
Hi Chrystal.  You are among friends.  Susan's has helped me and is integral in my support system.  I am also middle age and just now accepting myself and transitioning.  There are many of us, you aren't alone

Bari Jo
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Chrystal451 on November 09, 2017, 12:44:51 PM
Thank you for your kind thoughts. Knowing I'm not alone allowed me to reveal myself to my physician which has been fantastic. Thanks again. Chrystal
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: MaryT on November 09, 2017, 12:48:49 PM
Welcome Chrystal.  It's great that your wife is supportive.
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Chrystal451 on November 10, 2017, 11:08:29 AM
Yes I'm very fortunate in being married to her. Thank you for your welcome here. I appreciate it. C

Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Jayne01 on November 10, 2017, 11:22:11 AM
Hi Chrystal and welcome. I am also middle aged and recently started my journey. My wife is also very supportive. You will find many nice people here.

Jayne
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: V M on November 10, 2017, 11:16:06 PM
Hi Chrystal  :icon_wave:

Welcome to Susan's Place  :)  Glad to have you here, join on in the fun

Here are some links to the site rules and stuff that we offer to all new members to help them along


Things that you should read




Site Terms of Service & Rules to Live By (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,2.0.html)
Standard Terms & Definitions (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,54369.0.html)
Post Ranks (including when you can upload an avatar) (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,114.0.html.)
Reputation rules (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,18960.0.html)
Cautionary Note (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,82221.0.html)
Photo, avatars, & signature images policy (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,59974.msg383866.html#msg383866)

Hugs

V M
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Chrystal451 on November 12, 2017, 11:07:56 AM
Thank you Jayne01 for your welcome message. We are truly very fortunate. Thank you VM and I'll check those links out. I'm happy to have found an awesome support network here. Thanks to all. Chrystal
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: KiranFox on November 13, 2017, 08:32:41 AM
Welcome to Susan's^^ I really hope you can get all the support you need here. You're in the right place for that^^
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Chrystal451 on November 13, 2017, 04:17:39 PM
Thanks for the welcome Love your name btw. Very cool. I've started seeing a therapist/psychologist last week and mentioned Susan's to her. She will be having a look around I'm sure. Chrystal
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: MelissaPink on November 15, 2017, 08:26:08 AM
Good morning Chrystal,
Welcome to our group. I'm new here too.  I think that you'll find some very supportive people here that can help validate your feelings and will encourage your make the positive decisions that are a correct fit for your life. 

Melissa
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Charlie Nicki on November 15, 2017, 09:25:08 AM
Welcome Chrystal!!
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: FreyaG on November 15, 2017, 10:30:13 AM
Welcome!  I'm new here too and 53, although I feel like I'm only a month and a half old

Freya
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Laurie on November 15, 2017, 07:22:24 PM
Quote from: FreyaG on November 15, 2017, 10:30:13 AM
Welcome!  I'm new here too and 53, although I feel like I'm only a month and a half old

Freya

  Hey, FreyaG , I see that you are new here. So please let me say, Welcome To Susan's Place! Come on in and take a good look around.  Perhaps I can even get you to hop on over to the Introductions (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/board,8.0.html) Thread and  create a post to tell us a little bit more about yourself so we can get to know you a little better and greet you properly.

  Also I'll add some links and information below that can help you get more out of our site. Please take time to become familiar with them especially the RED one as we are always getting questions that are answered there.

Laurie
Global Moderator


Things that you should read




Site Terms of Service & Rules to Live By (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,2.0.html)
Standard Terms & Definitions (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,54369.0.html)
Post Ranks (including when you can upload an avatar) (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,114.0.html.)
Reputation rules (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,18960.0.html)
Cautionary Note (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,82221.0.html)
Photo, avatars, & signature images policy (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,59974.msg383866.html#msg383866)
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: tgirlamg on November 15, 2017, 09:03:31 PM
Welcome aboard Chrystal!!!

This journey is best made with friends at your side and you are amongst them here!

Onward we go indeed brave sister!!!

Ashley :)
Title: Re: New to Susan's hello
Post by: Chrystal451 on November 18, 2017, 02:11:45 PM
 Sorry about the late reply. Had a couple crazy days lately. I have been talking to a couple of therapists about my journey. Circumstances led me to two of them which so far is working out. So my little network of supporters is expanding as i slowly break my news to them. One by one the feedback has been great. Everyone has been compassionate and understanding. I am very fortunate. Thank you to all who have welcomed me here. I read your posts with great intrest. We are all very connected in a special way. To some of the other new gals and guys here, isnt this a great place? Thank you again. Chrystal