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Title: Introducing me
Post by: AlexR26 on July 01, 2026, 04:37:56 PM
Post by: AlexR26 on July 01, 2026, 04:37:56 PM
Hello Everyone and thank you for allowing me to join this site! I am really thrilled to be here as I am aware this is one of the oldest transgender websites online, created only a couple years after the internet itself came into existence! In fact I remember being a member here some 30 years ago. I am age 64. It was so long ago I think I went hby the name TracyTX. If you're around my age and were in Susan's Place in the late 1990's it's possible you were in the chat rooms with me. Amazing to be back here.
I had been looking for a transgender safe place online for a while now and did know Susan's still existed. Fed up with the abuse of various social media sites I was searching yesterday and found a comment on a another site probably for young adult trans people talking about this saying they didn't like visiting this site because the people "were too old, in their 60's and viewpoints are old fashioned but probably just a sign of their times. I thought, Perfect! That's exactly what I need, to be associated with transgender people my age or closer. Now I am sure the age group varies widely here and that's not a put down on younger trans people in their 20's (I have several friends who are), it just feels good to be around trans people my age for the things we have in common.
Ok so about me. I live in Oregon most of the time. I am in a long distance marriage, my wife lives out of state. I'm still pretty much in the closet but do get out part time. My situation is kind of complicated. I caregive my mother who is age 99. Living with her does put a restriction on getting out. I have had the same gender therapist for the past five years. I have been on hormones for a while- taking low dose but helps control my dysphoria but I am ready to take it farther and get out in public more. I go to the safe places - transgender support groups, an affirming church, a coffee shop and a local lgbtq club. Hope to make contacts here as well!
Hugs from Alex
I had been looking for a transgender safe place online for a while now and did know Susan's still existed. Fed up with the abuse of various social media sites I was searching yesterday and found a comment on a another site probably for young adult trans people talking about this saying they didn't like visiting this site because the people "were too old, in their 60's and viewpoints are old fashioned but probably just a sign of their times. I thought, Perfect! That's exactly what I need, to be associated with transgender people my age or closer. Now I am sure the age group varies widely here and that's not a put down on younger trans people in their 20's (I have several friends who are), it just feels good to be around trans people my age for the things we have in common.
Ok so about me. I live in Oregon most of the time. I am in a long distance marriage, my wife lives out of state. I'm still pretty much in the closet but do get out part time. My situation is kind of complicated. I caregive my mother who is age 99. Living with her does put a restriction on getting out. I have had the same gender therapist for the past five years. I have been on hormones for a while- taking low dose but helps control my dysphoria but I am ready to take it farther and get out in public more. I go to the safe places - transgender support groups, an affirming church, a coffee shop and a local lgbtq club. Hope to make contacts here as well!
Hugs from Alex
Title: Re: Introducing me
Post by: Lori Dee on July 01, 2026, 04:46:16 PM
Post by: Lori Dee on July 01, 2026, 04:46:16 PM
Hello Alex,
I'm Lori Dee. Welcome back to Susan's Place!
Thank you for that wonderful introduction.
We strive to make this a safe space for you to find information and share your thoughts and comments. No matter who you are, you are always welcome at Susan's Place.
I see that our lovely Devlyn gave you the resource links, but I'll add them here too in case you want to review them. So much has changed since you were last here. We had a major site crash that caused significant damage. Now, the site is back up with a new look, and some of our policies have changed too.
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Please keep in mind when posting that this is an ALL-AGES PUBLIC Forum and the internet never forgets. Do not post anything that you do not want to be made public.
I will add links below that are important for new and returning members.
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I'm Lori Dee. Welcome back to Susan's Place!
Thank you for that wonderful introduction.
We strive to make this a safe space for you to find information and share your thoughts and comments. No matter who you are, you are always welcome at Susan's Place.
I see that our lovely Devlyn gave you the resource links, but I'll add them here too in case you want to review them. So much has changed since you were last here. We had a major site crash that caused significant damage. Now, the site is back up with a new look, and some of our policies have changed too.
When you click on the HOME button, you will see a page listing all of the various sub-forums by category and topic. Each sub-forum has a description of what that forum is about, as well as any guidelines for posting.
Please keep in mind when posting that this is an ALL-AGES PUBLIC Forum and the internet never forgets. Do not post anything that you do not want to be made public.
I will add links below that are important for new and returning members.
Pay special attention to the links in RED.
If you have any questions about the Susan's Place site and the Forums, please feel free to contact me at LoriDee605@outlook.com.
Once again, welcome to Susan's Place!
~ Lori Dee
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Title: Re: Introducing me
Post by: Rochelle on July 01, 2026, 05:11:24 PM
Post by: Rochelle on July 01, 2026, 05:11:24 PM
Hello and welcome back. I'm in the same age range as you as well.🌹
We're happy you found your way back. 💚
We're happy you found your way back. 💚
Title: Re: Introducing me
Post by: Charlotte Kitty on July 01, 2026, 05:22:23 PM
Post by: Charlotte Kitty on July 01, 2026, 05:22:23 PM
Heyya and welcome Alex!
Charlotte 😻
Charlotte 😻
Title: Re: Introducing me
Post by: Alana Ashleigh on July 01, 2026, 07:12:56 PM
Post by: Alana Ashleigh on July 01, 2026, 07:12:56 PM
Hi Alex!
Alana
Alana
Title: Re: Introducing me
Post by: Maid Marion on July 01, 2026, 11:03:36 PM
Post by: Maid Marion on July 01, 2026, 11:03:36 PM
Hi Alex,
Welcome.
Those of us who post tend to be better off than most.
We were able to get good jobs before transitioning which gives us resources not available to most.
My company did a pension disbursement in 2009 which was a great time to put money into the stock market.
Early retirement is a great time to transition as you no longer have to worry about what other people think if you live in accepting community.
Marion
Welcome.
Those of us who post tend to be better off than most.
We were able to get good jobs before transitioning which gives us resources not available to most.
My company did a pension disbursement in 2009 which was a great time to put money into the stock market.
Early retirement is a great time to transition as you no longer have to worry about what other people think if you live in accepting community.
Marion
Title: Re: Introducing me
Post by: Stottie Girl on July 02, 2026, 01:54:34 AM
Post by: Stottie Girl on July 02, 2026, 01:54:34 AM
Hi Alex,
I'm Sarah, 50 years old from Northern England. It's great to have you onboard (again!)
Yes, we are nearly all old farts on here, you will be right at home ha ha!
I'm Sarah, 50 years old from Northern England. It's great to have you onboard (again!)
Yes, we are nearly all old farts on here, you will be right at home ha ha!
Title: Re: Introducing me
Post by: ChrissyRyan on July 02, 2026, 07:18:38 AM
Post by: ChrissyRyan on July 02, 2026, 07:18:38 AM
Welcome Alex!
Chrissy
Chrissy