Hiya, I'm Wren! :)
I haven't posted anything on here in awhile (like 12 years!) but, going through my old emails, I remembered that I had this account and thought it might be fun to check it out again. Now entering my thirties, my life has changed pretty drastically: I started HRT in earnest a decade ago, underwent FFS, socially transitioned, and even got engaged! It's been a good decade for me, overall, and I'm happy with where I've ended up with all this transitioning business.
That said, I've found myself pretty isolated from other trans people (the trans community as a whole, really) and want to rectify that, so I'm kinda hoping that I can do that here. It's really neat to see this place still around and it's really nice to meet you all again!
;D
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Hi Wren - welcome back!
Glad things are going so well for you and happy to have you (back) as part of the community!!
Love,
Allie
Hi Wren
Welcome back to Susan's place. Like you, I joined Susan's in 2010 and left going back into the suburbs or woodwork in 2012.
I was doing some research on my past and Susan's had that information in my posts, so I re-entered the fray at the beginning of 2024.
Congratulations on getting engaged and I hope you enjoy your stay here and tell us a little bit more about you life. I would certainly enjoy any stories that you have to give.
Take care and lookafter yourself
Best wishes
Sarah B
Welcome back, Wren!
It's remarkable to hear from you after such a long time—12 years is quite a hiatus! Your journey through transitioning, including HRT, FFS, and your social transition, sounds both challenging and rewarding. Congratulations on your engagement as well! It's inspiring to see how much you've accomplished and the happiness you've found in your journey.
Reconnecting with the community after feeling isolated can be a significant step towards fostering a sense of belonging and support. Our forum is indeed still here, always open and welcoming to old and new members alike. It's wonderful to have you back, and we're looking forward to hearing more about your experiences, sharing in your triumphs, and supporting you in any way we can.
Here's to new beginnings and rekindled connections. Welcome home, Wren!
Welcome back Wren!
I Love your joyful outlook and congrats on all the wonderful things you have made happen in your life... I am 10+ years into hrt and an amazing new life as well...
Onward We Go Brave Sister!!!
Ashley 😀💕🌻
Hi Wren
I noticed that you have popped back onto Susan's and I hope you found something interesting to read.
I did read your original post and it was certainly enlightening.
Well if you come back again then I hope the following story will help you.
Like you I do not associate with the 'community' in fact I avoid it like the plague, so you are not alone in this sense.
We associate with who we feel comfortable with. In my case I'm just another another woman in the suburbs so I really do not feel isolated. I sense you are very similar to me just another woman with her partner in the suburbs. Please correct me if I'm wrong.
In fact, I have only needed help from the 'community' once and that was for two weeks (and that was for a roof over my head) while I set myself up in Sydney.
The reasons why I avoid the 'community' are as follows:
- Inside of three months I was working full time and had a place of my own, hence I did not need their help, because I'm a very independent individual.
- Several incidents occurred and without going into details, once bitten twice shy, as they say.
- I'm a very private person and I do not tell anyone whatsoever about my 'medical condition'. So if I associated with the 'community' I put myself at risk of being outed. So there was "no fracking way". I was going to associate with any 'community' and put myself in harms way.
So the question is why am I here at Susan's? After arriving in Sydney in 1989. I was in the woodwork so to speak for 21 years, living my life like any other female.
Then I heard about a Barbara Walters doing a 20/20 special called "I am Jazz" and the topic was about a girl named Jazz. This was roughly around 2010. So I searched, found the episode and watched it. Which opened my eyes and ears, as to what was going on in the world about us.
While searching the internet I came across Susan's Place, she is very lucky that I came across her website first, so I took the plunge and joined.
The information I learned answered all my questions and even ones I did not know at the time. Like I have always been a female. Learnt that around 52 years old at Susan's, I was so niave then.
I did join two other groups, however Susan's has been the main 'community', were I feel safe and being able to let my hair down. I can contribute to the collective and also learn.
Yes there is a need to associate with others like us and this environment provides what I need in terms of safety, security, an outlet for me and still maintain my privacy.
Take care and remember you are among friends.
Best wishes and hugs
Sarah B