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Title: Hello from Germany
Post by: Robyn Zola on August 15, 2026, 08:53:26 AM
Post by: Robyn Zola on August 15, 2026, 08:53:26 AM
Hello everyone,
My name is Robyn and my egg cracked over the summer - shortly after my 60th birthday in May. I found this site just through internet searches and thought I would sign up. Although I've been here since 2004, I was born, raised, and served in the US.
I am pre-HRT. My blood work has already been done and I have an appointment this week with a therapist for my "indication letter" that my GP needs to prescribe speech therapy and hormones (after my endocrinologist consult in September).
I've come out to family, selected friends, and night before last to neighbors. I've been lucky that everyone is extremely supportive. All except my 13-year-old daughter, but given our very close papa-daughter relationship, I think that she needs time. In any case, that is where I am at - the start of the journey.
Thank you for having a community to join.
love,
Robyn
My name is Robyn and my egg cracked over the summer - shortly after my 60th birthday in May. I found this site just through internet searches and thought I would sign up. Although I've been here since 2004, I was born, raised, and served in the US.
I am pre-HRT. My blood work has already been done and I have an appointment this week with a therapist for my "indication letter" that my GP needs to prescribe speech therapy and hormones (after my endocrinologist consult in September).
I've come out to family, selected friends, and night before last to neighbors. I've been lucky that everyone is extremely supportive. All except my 13-year-old daughter, but given our very close papa-daughter relationship, I think that she needs time. In any case, that is where I am at - the start of the journey.
Thank you for having a community to join.
love,
Robyn
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: ChrissyRyan on August 15, 2026, 08:55:43 AM
Post by: ChrissyRyan on August 15, 2026, 08:55:43 AM
Welcome Robyn!
Chrissy
Chrissy
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Maid Marion on August 15, 2026, 08:59:12 AM
Post by: Maid Marion on August 15, 2026, 08:59:12 AM
Hi Robyn,
Welcome! Transition often involves a lot of waiting.
While waiting it can be helpful to learn how to present appropriately as female. she/her pronouns selected. If you haven't already I would learn about your skin tone/undertone. So much is based on what that is.
Marion
Welcome! Transition often involves a lot of waiting.
While waiting it can be helpful to learn how to present appropriately as female. she/her pronouns selected. If you haven't already I would learn about your skin tone/undertone. So much is based on what that is.
Marion
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Finally Anna on August 15, 2026, 09:11:53 AM
Post by: Finally Anna on August 15, 2026, 09:11:53 AM
Welcome!
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Lori Dee on August 15, 2026, 09:25:38 AM
Post by: Lori Dee on August 15, 2026, 09:25:38 AM
Hello Robyn,
I'm Lori Dee. Welcome to Susan's Place!
Thank you for that wonderful introduction.
Many of us started later in life. It just seems that this is when we have time to think, are financially better able to do things, and are mature enough to make better decisions. Often, that means we have also established family, work, and other social relationships that can be difficult to manage with those decisions.
Feel free to browse the forums. You will find many stories about how others like us have handled tough decisions, celebrated milestones, or just got on with our lives. Feel free to comment and share your experiences too. We all learn from each other.
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I'm Lori Dee. Welcome to Susan's Place!
Thank you for that wonderful introduction.
Many of us started later in life. It just seems that this is when we have time to think, are financially better able to do things, and are mature enough to make better decisions. Often, that means we have also established family, work, and other social relationships that can be difficult to manage with those decisions.
Feel free to browse the forums. You will find many stories about how others like us have handled tough decisions, celebrated milestones, or just got on with our lives. Feel free to comment and share your experiences too. We all learn from each other.
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: Hello from Germany
Post by: tammy753 on August 15, 2026, 09:39:36 AM
Post by: tammy753 on August 15, 2026, 09:39:36 AM
Welcome!
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Pema on August 15, 2026, 10:46:25 AM
Post by: Pema on August 15, 2026, 10:46:25 AM
Hi, Robyn. Welcome and congratulations. I'm sorry about the difficulty with your daughter, but 13 is a challenging age for anyone. I suspect she'll gt there in time. It should be very helpful to both you and her that you've got so much support.
It's great to have you here. I look forward to hearing about how things proceed for you.
It's great to have you here. I look forward to hearing about how things proceed for you.
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Rochelle on August 15, 2026, 11:01:32 AM
Post by: Rochelle on August 15, 2026, 11:01:32 AM
Hello and welcome to Susan's Place. We're happy to have you join us here. 💚
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: tgirlamg on August 15, 2026, 11:36:16 AM
Post by: tgirlamg on August 15, 2026, 11:36:16 AM
Welcome Aboard Robyn!
I hear in your words the resolve and determination needed to build a life that finally serves you far better and is a reflection of the soul within! I am glad you found your way here!
Onward Brave Sister!
Ashley 💕
I hear in your words the resolve and determination needed to build a life that finally serves you far better and is a reflection of the soul within! I am glad you found your way here!
Onward Brave Sister!
Ashley 💕
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Alana Ashleigh on August 15, 2026, 12:09:05 PM
Post by: Alana Ashleigh on August 15, 2026, 12:09:05 PM
Hi Robyn!
Alana
Alana
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Stottie Girl on August 15, 2026, 12:30:54 PM
Post by: Stottie Girl on August 15, 2026, 12:30:54 PM
Hi Robyn! Nice to meet you.
Welcome to Susans, I'm Sarah from the UK.
Welcome to Susans, I'm Sarah from the UK.
Title: Re: Hello from Germany
Post by: Briana22322 on August 15, 2026, 02:01:12 PM
Post by: Briana22322 on August 15, 2026, 02:01:12 PM
Welcome Robyn! I'm Briana, There is a wealth of information here, and so many wonderful people who are willing to help if needed.