Just a few minutes ago I took my first Estradiol. Wow, what a journey it's been to allow myself to take this one little pill.
Originally I had planned to start E on the day after my birthday, but my doctor and I decided to delay a week because of complications with an ingrown toenail that just got surgically fixed this morning. Well as of this morning, that is now fixed, so I have no reason not to move on with the rest of my life. And that's what I'm doing.
The actual taking of the pill was a non-event. But the history of how I got here isn't lost on me. It's taken a lot of work on my part, willingness to accept myself, willingness to be patient with myself, courage, and authenticity. But it's also taken the acceptance, patience, courage and authenticity of others around me. I am exceedingly grateful for this journey, and that I have people in my life, and on Susan's who have helped me along the way.
This site has been a huge resource for me as I have struggled through coming to terms with my gender identity. I've never felt pushed in one direction or another, but simply given the information and support I needed to be true to myself. I could not be where I am today without this site, and those of you who have supported me in the past and continue to support me. Thank you.
And so another chapter starts for me. I am so interested in seeing where this journey leads me, and glad to have people like you along side.
Congratulations! And yes, everyone around us transitions.
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Welcome to the Dark Side.
;D
congrats
You only get to take the first pill once!! ;D Congrats.
Quote from: Janet Lynn on April 04, 2011, 03:26:00 PM
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Welcome to the Dark Side.
I'm told you have cookies......? ====
And Madelyn,
Congrats :)
Yes! We has cookies. Big Chocolate chip cookies.
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And oatmeal-raisin, with apple-cinnamon tea, Bwa-ha-ha-ha-ha... :laugh:
Madelyn, the train is riding now and it won't stop till you've reached your destiny.
Congrats and have a good journey.
hugs
Annette
I still haven't taken my first pill! >:(
I do however slap on the patches!! ;D
Congrats, hope the E suits you!
I'm 37 and it sound like at the same point as you. I started HRT four months ago. I get to take three little blue E pills though...lol
It has made a HUGE difference in my life and the physical changes are starting to become apparent. I ran into someone I hadn't seen since starting HRT and he looked at me and said "you look different". I smiled and said "yea, my wife died my hair a little dark on Saturday. Plus I've lost a bunch of weight."
That was enough for him. The reality though is that the HRT is changing my face and moving the fat around. Yea.
-M
You've gotten your ticket punched!
It's another rite of passage in your life, congratulations, and welcome.
Best wishes Madelyn! Kim
Thanks everyone. Day two complete! :)