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Title: Big Howdy
Post by: CryoMax on August 20, 2008, 04:26:30 PM
Post by: CryoMax on August 20, 2008, 04:26:30 PM
Howdy everyone!
I somehow lucked out and came across this site while looking to see what resources were out there for people to embrace androgyny.
Quick background, I spent some time in college debating full gender change, but didn't like the thought of being a 6'3" monster woman either, so I put it on the backburner. Played with gender looks off and on for a while, in less blatant ways (nail polish has been my big thing to "show off"), eventually put all of it on the back burner because it seemed to make dating so difficult. Fast forward about a decade and now I've found someone who likes the androgyny, and I've been pushing the boundaries. I'm not looking to try to "pass" as a woman, although it would be fun if I could, but really trying to find that balance in between, and in a way that I can work on a day-to-day basis.
I happened across Kate Bornstein's classic "Gender Outlaw" in a bookstore one day a few months ago, and I loved it; I was intrigued by the essay she had about how gender shouldn't necessarily be binary. I think back to how much I loved the 80's and the androgynous look that was popular back then... Seems like it's time for a revival.
It's been difficult finding good resources around this, though. A lot of data is out there for guys who want to pass for women, women who want to pass for men, and the campy drag versions of both. But not a lot of content out there for really blending genders.
Off to go read the backlog of forum messages already posted... I'm excited to have found this place, hope to have some good conversations in the future! :)
...Paul
I somehow lucked out and came across this site while looking to see what resources were out there for people to embrace androgyny.
Quick background, I spent some time in college debating full gender change, but didn't like the thought of being a 6'3" monster woman either, so I put it on the backburner. Played with gender looks off and on for a while, in less blatant ways (nail polish has been my big thing to "show off"), eventually put all of it on the back burner because it seemed to make dating so difficult. Fast forward about a decade and now I've found someone who likes the androgyny, and I've been pushing the boundaries. I'm not looking to try to "pass" as a woman, although it would be fun if I could, but really trying to find that balance in between, and in a way that I can work on a day-to-day basis.
I happened across Kate Bornstein's classic "Gender Outlaw" in a bookstore one day a few months ago, and I loved it; I was intrigued by the essay she had about how gender shouldn't necessarily be binary. I think back to how much I loved the 80's and the androgynous look that was popular back then... Seems like it's time for a revival.
It's been difficult finding good resources around this, though. A lot of data is out there for guys who want to pass for women, women who want to pass for men, and the campy drag versions of both. But not a lot of content out there for really blending genders.
Off to go read the backlog of forum messages already posted... I'm excited to have found this place, hope to have some good conversations in the future! :)
...Paul
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: kaworu8 on August 20, 2008, 04:28:56 PM
Post by: kaworu8 on August 20, 2008, 04:28:56 PM
Quote from: CryoMax on August 20, 2008, 04:26:30 PM
Quick background, I spent some time in college debating full gender change, but didn't like the thought of being a 6'3" monster woman either, so I put it on the backburner.
I hear ya on the height thing...im 6 foot 2 myself.
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: cindybc on August 20, 2008, 04:36:12 PM
Post by: cindybc on August 20, 2008, 04:36:12 PM
Hi CryoMax, welcome to Susan's. Yes there are a few Androgynes around her on a few different threads. Pretty well all of the androgyne folks I have met here are very nice folks and pray you have the opportunity to share with them, as I am sure you will.
Cindy
Cindy
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: Janet_Girl on August 20, 2008, 07:41:39 PM
Post by: Janet_Girl on August 20, 2008, 07:41:39 PM
Hi Paul,
Welcome to our little family. Over 1800 strong. That would be one heck of a family reunion. Feel free to post your successes/failures, Hopes/dreams. Ask questions and seek answers. Give and receive advice.
But remember we are family here, your family now. And it is always nice to have another member. I am 5' 10", over 6' in heels
Janet
Welcome to our little family. Over 1800 strong. That would be one heck of a family reunion. Feel free to post your successes/failures, Hopes/dreams. Ask questions and seek answers. Give and receive advice.
But remember we are family here, your family now. And it is always nice to have another member. I am 5' 10", over 6' in heels
Janet
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: tinkerbell on August 20, 2008, 10:12:42 PM
Post by: tinkerbell on August 20, 2008, 10:12:42 PM
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Hello Paul and welcome to Susan's!
Thanks so much for introducing yourself. Please take a few moments to get familiar with all the boards of the site, review the site rules (https://www.susans.org/forums/index.php/topic,2.0.html)before posting, and take advantage of our many resources such as the wiki (https://www.susans.org/wiki/Main_Page), chat (https://www.susans.org/chat/index.html), and the links listed at the main page. (https://www.susans.org/index.html) We look forward to your future posts and participation. Enjoy your stay :)
tink :icon_chick:
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: cindybc on August 21, 2008, 05:14:00 AM
Post by: cindybc on August 21, 2008, 05:14:00 AM
Hi Paul, Try Androgyne talk. in the Community Conversation section threads.
Cindy
Cindy
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: Buffy on August 21, 2008, 05:58:55 AM
Post by: Buffy on August 21, 2008, 05:58:55 AM
Welcome to Susan's Paul.
Luckilly the Admin team set the height limit for new members at 6ft 3 1/2 inches, so you can stay!
Enjoy your stay, talk to other people who identify as you do and dont forget to come visit us in chat.
Buffy
Luckilly the Admin team set the height limit for new members at 6ft 3 1/2 inches, so you can stay!
Enjoy your stay, talk to other people who identify as you do and dont forget to come visit us in chat.
Buffy
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: cindybc on August 22, 2008, 02:38:00 AM
Post by: cindybc on August 22, 2008, 02:38:00 AM
Well I guess my Royal shortness passes that test OK. I don't even have to use the door, I can just use the doggie door. "Hee, hee, hee." Yep there is a comedian or two around about.
Cindy
Cindy
Title: Re: Big Howdy
Post by: gennee on August 22, 2008, 08:59:36 PM
Post by: gennee on August 22, 2008, 08:59:36 PM
Hi Paul and welcome to Susans.
Gennee
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Gennee
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