I thought I would help some of you out who wonder how much or little just hormones alone can do sometimes. So i thought i would show you a couple of before and after photos. One before and after is of me about 22 years ago and now and the other is from about 2011 and now. Anyways I hope they can help inspire some of you. Hugs
Mariah
First one is 1994 and now
and the second one is 2011 and now
Inspiring. Thank you.
Thanks! It really is helpful to see these pics! Especially at the beginning of hrt when things seem sooooo slow.
Wow! You would never know the pictures are of the same person.
Amazing ! Especially the second pic (2011/2016)
Truly beautiful. And beautiful intent that you would share such. ty.
Wow thats incredible ! thanks for shareing ...maybe there is hope for me after alll i've been wondering about how much an effect hrt would have , thank you
Absolutely inspiring...thanks for sharing.
Hugs,
Heather
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Wow!
Fantastic!
It is certainly amazing what that 'cocktail' can do.
Your transition helps bring about your quest to improve your overall health. It builds one upon the next.
Your Big Day is approaching; soon you will be fully inducted into the sorority / sisterhood / alumnae. You will be among the fortunate who made it this far.
These coming weeks and months will be a whirlwind of activity. Embrace it.
What can you tell us: Where? With whom? Why did you choose your surgeon?
You have read many here discuss their journey. You followed their path while you made your own for others to follow in their own way. Keep your enthusiasm - always - never let it slip.
Ah, the philosophy!
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When I create my SRS thread I will try and fill any wholes in regards to who, what, where, when and why to my SRS. It's something won't be doing before October. The surgeon will be Meltzer. I want to put everything in one place for them to see and gain information from. Hugs
Mariah
Quote from: Sharon Anne McC on August 14, 2016, 08:27:55 AM
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Wow!
Fantastic!
It is certainly amazing what that 'cocktail' can do.
Your transition helps bring about your quest to improve your overall health. It builds one upon the next.
Your Big Day is approaching; soon you will be fully inducted into the sorority / sisterhood / alumnae. You will be among the fortunate who made it this far.
These coming weeks and months will be a whirlwind of activity. Embrace it.
What can you tell us: Where? With whom? Why did you choose your surgeon?
You have read many here discuss their journey. You followed their path while you made your own for others to follow in their own way. Keep your enthusiasm - always - never let it slip.
Ah, the philosophy!
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The picture on the left was from 1994 and not 1995. I went back and checked my yearbooks to confirm. So it is actually almost 22 years ago and not 21. Hugs
Mariah
You look amazing. I'm so happy for you.
Laura
Wow. You look beautiful, Mariah. You make a lot better woman than man.
Hi Mariah,
I was stuck by your "lost and found" pictures. In the masculine pictures you looked so lost. In the pictures of Mariah, you look like you found yourself, your true self. Mission accomplished, you have inspired! Thanks!
Moni
That's amazing! You do look much happier in the after shot Mariah! I love before and after photos and these are some of the most dramatic I've seen. I may post a few when I get a little further along.
a lot bigger smile
WOW. I'm switching to injections this afternoon after about a year and a half of HRT using E pills. I hope my results improve lol that's just amazing!
Thank you for sharing!
Amazing!
I hope I have similar results. The transformation is astounding in how much has changed. From a overweight guy to a beautiful woman. This gives me hope about myself looking good when I start.
Thank You, a million times Thank You!!!
Really amazing change and you are beautiful Mariah
Wow! I somehow suspect that there was a lot of hard work on top of the magic potion. ;)
If only HRT would turn me into a gorgeous 40-something... (I'm 62. My therapist wanted to know what I expected from HRT, as some people really do expect miracles. I said that I expected to be a weird old lady, which we both smiled at. Nothing like an achievable goal...)
Weight loss definitely played a role in the process. Hugs
Mariah
Quote from: Michelle_P on August 16, 2016, 05:43:13 PM
Wow! I somehow suspect that there was a lot of hard work on top of the magic potion. ;)
If only HRT would turn me into a gorgeous 40-something... (I'm 62. My therapist wanted to know what I expected from HRT, as some people really do expect miracles. I said that I expected to be a weird old lady, which we both smiled at. Nothing like an achievable goal...)
I still haven't started hormones, but am waiting for my first endo appointment. I have lost around 40Lbs in the past few months. At a plateau right now, Grrrr.
Funny thing, until I could admit to myself that I was not a man, I couldn't force myself to do the exercise necessary to lead a healthy life. Now I am exercising every day, and eating a little bit better, old habits die hard. Since my goal is to become more feminine, I have gotten the strength to do this. Self loathing, even when hidden from oneself is a killer.
Thank you again.
Your welcome
Quote from: Artesia on August 18, 2016, 07:43:26 AM
I still haven't started hormones, but am waiting for my first endo appointment. I have lost around 40Lbs in the past few months. At a plateau right now, Grrrr.
Funny thing, until I could admit to myself that I was not a man, I couldn't force myself to do the exercise necessary to lead a healthy life. Now I am exercising every day, and eating a little bit better, old habits die hard. Since my goal is to become more feminine, I have gotten the strength to do this. Self loathing, even when hidden from oneself is a killer.
Thank you again.
@Artesia when I told my therapist the same thing, she said it is very common for transgender to find themselves taking better care of themselves. I think you hit the nail on the head, you are finally free of the self hate and are wanting the best body prob bile for your true self.
Hugs,
Kara
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Hi KaraAnne, welcome to Susan's. It is true we do take care of ourselves after compared to before. I'm in far better health now than I was before transitioning. After all, I nearly died in 2012 and was n my death bed then. I look forward to hearing more about your journey and seeing you around the forums. Good luck and Hugs
Mariah
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Quote from: KaraAnne on August 18, 2016, 10:03:15 AM
@Artesia when I told my therapist the same thing, she said it is very common for transgender to find themselves taking better care of themselves. I think you hit the nail on the head, you are finally free of the self hate and are wanting the best body prob bile for your true self.
Hugs,
Kara
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Wow, Mariah, Thanks so much for sharing a difficult journey in such a personal way. Who knew a couple of photos could be so powerful. If I can find some old ones of me, maybe I will do the same thing, 'before' and 'after'. Especially now.
Artesia, I ignored myself for a loooooong time. I had GRS in '91, but tried to suppress it after that. Impossible.
When you said
QuoteFunny thing, until I could admit to myself that I was not a man, I couldn't force myself to do the exercise necessary to lead a healthy life. Now I am exercising every day, and eating a little bit better, old habits die hard. Since my goal is to become more feminine, I have gotten the strength to do this. Self loathing, even when hidden from oneself is a killer.
I recognized me there so strongly.
During the last couple months I felt the same thing. I started HRT again, and as soon as I stuck my patch on, everything seemed better. Sure, just sticking that patch on was a large psyche, but only 7 days in and already my body is changing. Breasts, fat distribution, emotions [better!], joining a gym, better outlook, more confidence, and this is before I decide if I am going to present as female or not. I imagine soon it will be nearly impossible to
ignore me as a woman, but time will tell!
Thank you both so much for sharing your insight :)
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Stunning Miriah.............. You look wonderful and are quite attractive. You are having no issues fitting into your female role from my perspective.
Hugs...........
KellyTG
Hi
Thank you for sharing
Alice x