Hello all,
I go by Spicy because I like my food hot. I've read that redheads have a better than average tolerance for that. It's also because I haven't quite settled on a name for myself, so this is a nice genderless placeholder to use until I figure that part out.
I am male-towards-female transgender (that's my latest description). I probably have felt positive about being transgender for ~2 years out of 20 years of awareness. I'm currently 33, married, and a middle school teacher. I told my wife that I cross dressed shortly after we began dating 10 years ago. Our relationship is wonderful and we love each other deeply; however, accommodating my transgender needs has NOT been easy, clear, and free of hurt feelings for us. I can definitely say our ability to communicate is quite strong because we've had lots of practice. I'm now at the verge of being out and authentic and although I wish I reached this point sooner, I couldn't have done it without the strong foundation we've built together getting here.
A few family members and friends are aware of how I identify and during the last school year I began shifting my presentation to a more androgynous style. Additionally, I see a gender therapist and I am about 1 year into hrt. I'm happy to connect with you further on the boards, thanks for reading!
Hey Spicy
Welcome to Susan's :)
Thanks for sharing your story, sounds like you have an interesting journey ahead!
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Cheers
Grace
I love spicy foods too!
Welcome, I hope we can help you along your journey wherever that may take you!
Spicy
Welcome to Susans. Lots of great information and folk to share their experience, support and thoughts. We look forward to getting to know you.
Safe travels
Aisla
Welcome to Susan's, Spicy. Continued success in your journey.