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Title: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 11, 2018, 03:40:40 PM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 11, 2018, 03:40:40 PM
My name is Claire, I am 19 years old and I beginning HRT this month (MTF).
I guess I am the type of person who takes risks in my life. I know my dad is homophobic and hates gay/transgender people. One thing about him though, he loves his children and only his children. I know my dad will find out one day and honestly whether he disgusted or not. I will love him and support financially best I could. I told my mother and brother out of courage. I have a motto that came from the movie "We Bought A Zoo". It is called "20 seconds of courage". If I can use those 20 seconds to be honest then I can conquer most of my goals. Thats how i told them.
I know that we live in a very judgmental world full of hate and full of love. The thing is I grew up with a huge back bone. I believe sticks & stones may break my bones words will never hurt me. You can call me ugly, gay, disgusting or whatever you want. At the end of the day I am in college almost done with my degree and doing what I want to do with my body. Criticism did hurt me back in the day. Now I am stronger and happier.
Of Course NOT! Once I got the courage to come out to my parents. I found a therapist and clinic just last week guys. I did all of this a weeks span. My boyfriend of 9 months helped through this journey as well and is still supporting me. I will start HRT This month
I know you can back up photos and back up things on a flash drive or pc. I just want a place where I could always remember the journey when I look back at these photo's. Thank you guys for reading, this website has helped me understand myself better. I hope all you teenagers who are trying to transition soon, understand yourselves and try to start those hormones as soon as possible. My mother told me that I could not do it, but I explain to her that I am going to do it no matter what.
When did you understand you were Transgender?
At a very young age. When I was little I always put blankets and towels on my head to pretend I had long hair. In every single video game I played I only played the female characters because I felt like they related to me more. I always wanted to wear female shoes and have the female body. I was always fascinated by make up and other feminine things. When I was growing up. I only hung around women. I tried to understand a women's mind more than a mans. I studied it so much growing up that in actually became second nature for me. I came out this month to my brother and mother because they are open minded and I love them.
What gave me the encourage to tell my parents/brother?
I guess I am the type of person who takes risks in my life. I know my dad is homophobic and hates gay/transgender people. One thing about him though, he loves his children and only his children. I know my dad will find out one day and honestly whether he disgusted or not. I will love him and support financially best I could. I told my mother and brother out of courage. I have a motto that came from the movie "We Bought A Zoo". It is called "20 seconds of courage". If I can use those 20 seconds to be honest then I can conquer most of my goals. Thats how i told them.
Did I consider the repercussion from doing all this?
I know that we live in a very judgmental world full of hate and full of love. The thing is I grew up with a huge back bone. I believe sticks & stones may break my bones words will never hurt me. You can call me ugly, gay, disgusting or whatever you want. At the end of the day I am in college almost done with my degree and doing what I want to do with my body. Criticism did hurt me back in the day. Now I am stronger and happier.
Did you have to contemplate doing HRT?
Of Course NOT! Once I got the courage to come out to my parents. I found a therapist and clinic just last week guys. I did all of this a weeks span. My boyfriend of 9 months helped through this journey as well and is still supporting me. I will start HRT This month
Last but not least guys, I want to post pictures of me now so I can always remember my beginning
I know you can back up photos and back up things on a flash drive or pc. I just want a place where I could always remember the journey when I look back at these photo's. Thank you guys for reading, this website has helped me understand myself better. I hope all you teenagers who are trying to transition soon, understand yourselves and try to start those hormones as soon as possible. My mother told me that I could not do it, but I explain to her that I am going to do it no matter what.
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Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: Jessica on March 11, 2018, 04:09:04 PM
Post by: Jessica on March 11, 2018, 04:09:04 PM
Hi Claire, welcome to Susan's Place! I think a lot of transgender women here felt drawn to the more feminine aspects in life. Some were able to assimilate it into their own personality others had to acutely suppress it.
Your families support is a great asset to have and I hope your dads attitudes soften to truly understanding you and your choices. Society changes slowly but in the 40+ years since my first thoughts of the road I wished I was on, the road is now open.
Have fun learning and sharing here!
Hugs, Jessica
Your families support is a great asset to have and I hope your dads attitudes soften to truly understanding you and your choices. Society changes slowly but in the 40+ years since my first thoughts of the road I wished I was on, the road is now open.
Have fun learning and sharing here!
Hugs, Jessica
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: V M on March 11, 2018, 05:19:32 PM
Post by: V M on March 11, 2018, 05:19:32 PM
Hi Claire :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
Hugs
V M
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.) | Cautionary Note (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,82221.0.html) |
Reputation rules (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,18960.0.html) | News posting & quoting guidelines (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,174951.0.html) | Photo, avatars, & signature images policy (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,59974.msg383866.html#msg383866) | Membership Agreement (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,216851.0.html) |
Hugs
V M
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: Northern Star Girl on March 11, 2018, 05:22:02 PM
Post by: Northern Star Girl on March 11, 2018, 05:22:02 PM
Hello Claire, and WELCOME to Susan's Place. You will find this a safe and friendly place to share with others about your transition and to read about others transition and their trials, tribulations, and successes in their transition journey.
It is nice that you have signed up so you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other members.
When frustrated or if you have a successful moment in your journey you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. You might even find that you will make some new friends here. Please come in and get involved at your own pace.
Again, Welcome.
Danielle
It is nice that you have signed up so you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other members.
When frustrated or if you have a successful moment in your journey you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. You might even find that you will make some new friends here. Please come in and get involved at your own pace.
Again, Welcome.
Danielle
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 11, 2018, 05:46:52 PM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 11, 2018, 05:46:52 PM
Quote from: Jessica on March 11, 2018, 04:09:04 PM
Hi Claire, welcome to Susan's Place! I think a lot of transgender women here felt drawn to the more feminine aspects in life. Some were able to assimilate it into their own personality others had to acutely suppress it.
Your families support is a great asset to have and I hope your dads attitudes soften to truly understanding you and your choices. Society changes slowly but in the 40+ years since my first thoughts of the road I wished I was on, the road is now open.
Have fun learning and sharing here!
Hugs, Jessica
Hey! Yeah I hope my dad decides to be open minded in the future. I am glad things are more free compare to back then ^-^. Nice to meet you
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 11, 2018, 05:52:08 PM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 11, 2018, 05:52:08 PM
Quote from: Alaskan Danielle on March 11, 2018, 05:22:02 PM
Hello Claire, and WELCOME to Susan's Place. You will find this a safe and friendly place to share with others about your transition and to read about others transition and their trials, tribulations, and successes in their transition journey.
It is nice that you have signed up so you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other members.
When frustrated or if you have a successful moment in your journey you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. You might even find that you will make some new friends here. Please come in and get involved at your own pace.
Again, Welcome.
Danielle
Thank you for all the information. Its going to fun and crazy ride. I'll keep you all updated ^-^
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: Lilith.lupe.tamayo on March 11, 2018, 06:16:54 PM
Post by: Lilith.lupe.tamayo on March 11, 2018, 06:16:54 PM
Welcome I am new here too and your story is inspiring, I envy your courage and determination.
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: Tommi on March 12, 2018, 05:35:50 PM
Post by: Tommi on March 12, 2018, 05:35:50 PM
Hi Claire, and Lilith :) while I had an inkling around your age, I had not yet built up my own support system and nerve. Good for you! I hope you have a wonderful journey ahead! :)
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Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: CincySixx on March 13, 2018, 07:25:01 AM
Post by: CincySixx on March 13, 2018, 07:25:01 AM
I gotta say great ambition and courage babe!
You are definatly more successful than i was at your age!
Welcome to susans <3
Keep up the good work and if it feels like its getting overwhelming...
Inbox me!
May the world never break you.
<3
Cincy
You are definatly more successful than i was at your age!
Welcome to susans <3
Keep up the good work and if it feels like its getting overwhelming...
Inbox me!
May the world never break you.
<3
Cincy
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: softbutchharley on March 13, 2018, 10:36:49 AM
Post by: softbutchharley on March 13, 2018, 10:36:49 AM
Welcome Claire !!!
You are truly a wonderful looking gal and I wish you much luck on your journey.
I am fully transitioned m/f 8 - 9 years and loving life in Pensacola. If you have anything you may need from me on our group page here, please ask :)
J
You are truly a wonderful looking gal and I wish you much luck on your journey.
I am fully transitioned m/f 8 - 9 years and loving life in Pensacola. If you have anything you may need from me on our group page here, please ask :)
J
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:16:03 AM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:16:03 AM
Quote from: Lilith.lupe.tamayo on March 11, 2018, 06:16:54 PM
Welcome I am new here too and your story is inspiring, I envy your courage and determination.
Awww thank you so much!!! Just chasing my dreams <3
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:17:15 AM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:17:15 AM
Quote from: Tommi on March 12, 2018, 05:35:50 PM
Hi Claire, and Lilith :) while I had an inkling around your age, I had not yet built up my own support system and nerve. Good for you! I hope you have a wonderful journey ahead! :)
Sent from my VS988 using Tapatalk
Thank you so much, My first appointment is March 27th
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:18:30 AM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:18:30 AM
Quote from: CincySixx on March 13, 2018, 07:25:01 AM
I gotta say great ambition and courage babe!
You are definatly more successful than i was at your age!
Welcome to susans <3
Keep up the good work and if it feels like its getting overwhelming...
Inbox me!
May the world never break you.
<3
Cincy
You're so nice, I will inbox you if i need some advice. I have stone skin, I wont let anyone break me <3
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:20:37 AM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:20:37 AM
Quote from: softbutchharley on March 13, 2018, 10:36:49 AM
Welcome Claire !!!
You are truly a wonderful looking gal and I wish you much luck on your journey.
I am fully transitioned m/f 8 - 9 years and loving life in Pensacola. If you have anything you may need from me on our group page here, please ask :)
J
Thank you so much, I am excited for my journey. I begin MARCH 27TH!!! Its my first appointment where they'll be prescribing me hormones <3 <3 <3
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: Allie Bee on March 15, 2018, 03:21:13 AM
Post by: Allie Bee on March 15, 2018, 03:21:13 AM
Good for you hun:) im new[ish] here too. Though i wish i had Your confidence when i first came out, i wasnt able to post a pic til like a year into HRT, lol. Thank you for sharing so much, i always love how every transwoman says almost exactly the same things with slightly different words & accents. Good luck on your journey! itll be amazing i can promise you that;) ♡♡♡
(Love those glasses👓btw)
(Love those glasses👓btw)
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:26:13 PM
Post by: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:26:13 PM
Quote from: Allie Bee on March 15, 2018, 03:21:13 AM
Good for you hun:) im new[ish] here too. Though i wish i had Your confidence when i first came out, i wasnt able to post a pic til like a year into HRT, lol. Thank you for sharing so much, i always love how every transwoman says almost exactly the same things with slightly different words & accents. Good luck on your journey! itll be amazing i can promise you that;) ♡♡♡
(Love those glasses👓btw)
You're so beautiful honestly. Yeah, it seems like we all have very similar stories which makes me feel so much more comfortable. I am not afraid of judgement ! I want everyone on this forum to be apart of my journey
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: Allie Bee on March 23, 2018, 08:00:48 PM
Post by: Allie Bee on March 23, 2018, 08:00:48 PM
Quote from: ClaireXO on March 15, 2018, 02:26:13 PMThank you so much, thats so sweet. Youre gonna look Amazing, i can already tell;P
You're so beautiful honestly. Yeah, it seems like we all have very similar stories which makes me feel so much more comfortable. I am not afraid of judgement ! I want everyone on this forum to be apart of my journey
If i ended up like this after where i started, you are probably gonna look 10x better:D
Title: Re: Hey Guys ! I am Claire
Post by: CincySixx on April 10, 2018, 01:17:55 AM
Post by: CincySixx on April 10, 2018, 01:17:55 AM
All journeys begin and end where we let them.
Never let the darkness win <3
Youre going to rise above <3
If ever you need support or want to yield updates simply just
message me.
Blessed Be.
So mote it be.
<3
Never let the darkness win <3
Youre going to rise above <3
If ever you need support or want to yield updates simply just
message me.
Blessed Be.
So mote it be.
<3