Quote from: debbiej on September 23, 2007, 02:06:17 PM
I've pierced both ears now but still present as a male. I had some nice stud earrings in while at church a couple weeks ago and the woman next to me commented on how "pretty" my earrings were and then she said "I mean handsome". I told her that pretty is okay too.

Awl, don't ya just LOVE it? It's kinda even extra-special to get a "pretty" comment when presenting as a male. Like they can "see" the real you anyway, ya know?

QuoteYou must be very pleased to have your whole being described as pretty Kate.

Sure, although I should mention it's not so much being complimented as being *validated*, and especially by a little girl. So many of us feel heartbroken over being cheated out of our childhood, our girlhood, so somehow hearing that from a little girl... I dunno, it sorta made me feel like maybe that girlhood wasn't so lost after all. For just a moment there, I was ten too... growing up as I should have.

~Kate~

QuoteSure, although I should mention it's not so much being complimented as being *validated*

Kate, you're absolutely right!!!  Good choice of words.

I also appreciate your comment about being cheated out of our girlhood. We need to hold fast to those moments that take us back to live a small piece of the life we would have had if this were a perfect world.

Debbie

I started my new job today.    my shcedule is from 5 am to 2pm.  gotta wake up early evry day.  gotta work some saturdays though   its cool though.
woo hoo  

Quote from: Chris on October 22, 2007, 11:51:58 PM
I started my new job today.    my shcedule is from 5 am to 2pm.  gotta wake up early evry day.  gotta work some saturdays though   its cool though.
woo hoo  

Time to sleep early too, strong man!  I wish I had that schedule, for it would leave me the entire afternoon free.  Saturdays? well, look at the bright side, you are going to be off early on Saturdays (at 2:00 P.M.  Correct?)  That means that you will have the rest of the day and weekend free.  *giggles* 

tink

Quote from: Tink on October 23, 2007, 08:56:17 PM

Quote from: Chris on October 22, 2007, 11:51:58 PM
I started my new job today.    my shcedule is from 5 am to 2pm.  gotta wake up early evry day.  gotta work some saturdays though   its cool though.
woo hoo  

Time to sleep early too, strong man!  I wish I had that schedule, for it would leave me the entire afternoon free.  Saturdays? well, look at the bright side, you are going to be off early on Saturdays (at 2:00 P.M.  Correct?)  That means that you will have the rest of the day and weekend free.  *giggles* 

tink

yep thanx.  gotta wake up at 4 to get there on time.  its cool though.  I aint complaining.  I gotta have week ends off

     I helped someone raise some money to help a nice man who is having a hard time.  I gave the money to the man's relative and social worker today.  It turned out to be more than I expected and a woman made the collection more meaningful by starting a food collection that was equally successful.

Yay for helping!!   

started a job. i won't starve 

Went to my post-op appointment and the doctor is very pleased!  Yay!

Kristi

I am starting to think about a life without depression.

Alice

Quote from: Alice on October 31, 2007, 08:53:15 PM
I am starting to think about a life without depression.

Alice

And you will... Congratulations Alice. I'm delighted for you. This is wonderful! 

Light, Laughter, Love & Respect

Maebh
 

After fifteen years of not seeing each other, my favorite brother, my brother Joseph came to the US on the 29th of October.  What a magical night that was.  Although he had seen several recent pictures of myself, it was literally the first time he saw me in person as how I am now.  Everything was so "normal" to say the least.  We hugged for almost ten minutes and cried together.  I still can't believe he is here and needless to say we'll have a family gathering this coming Sunday to welcome him "officially"

tink

Tink;

May the catching-up period fly by, and your relationship with your brother be re-newed and re-invigorated;

Karen

Quote from: Tink on November 01, 2007, 08:09:26 PM
After fifteen years of not seeing each other, my favorite brother, my brother Joseph came to the US on the 29th of October.  What a magical night that was.  Although he had seen several recent pictures of myself, it was literally the first time he saw me in person as how I am now.  Everything was so "normal" to say the least.  We hugged for almost ten minutes and cried together.  I still can't believe he is here and needless to say we'll have a family gathering this coming Sunday to welcome him "officially"

tink

thats hella cool princes   damn! 15 yrs? I dont see one of my bro's since I move here & I hella miss him already.

Cool congratulations Tink. Hope your visit goes well. My little bro actually came up and visited for awhile a month or so back with his g/f. And that was the first time in approx. 2.5-3 years I had seen him so it was the first time he'd ever seen me as me.
Enjoy the time together,
Rashelle

I am so happy for you Tink.  The worst of what we go through is separation from our families.  I am thrilled that you have yours.  What a blessing.

Cindi

Thank you very much Karen, Chris, Rashelle and Cindi for the thoughtful comments.

tink

Quote from: Chris on October 22, 2007, 11:51:58 PM
I started my new job today.    my shcedule is from 5 am to 2pm.  gotta wake up early evry day.  gotta work some saturdays though   its cool though.
woo hoo  

That's wonderful Chris. New beginnings can be the best thing.

Me too!!! 

We moved up to Minnesota last Wednesday (Oct 31) and I stopped by the office on Thursday to chat - but my first official day of work is today. The kids start at their new schools this morning.

We are also settling into our new home. Its the home I imagined having for my retirement years. 2.5 acres and a .5 acre pond. There is a bike trail that runs along the back property line. I'm counting my blessings!!!

Wow, Debbie!

That sounds so awesome.  Congrats!

Kristi

Quote from: Tink on November 01, 2007, 08:09:26 PM
After fifteen years of not seeing each other, my favorite brother, my brother Joseph came to the US on the 29th of October.  What a magical night that was.  Although he had seen several recent pictures of myself, it was literally the first time he saw me in person as how I am now.  Everything was so "normal" to say the least.  We hugged for almost ten minutes and cried together.  I still can't believe he is here and needless to say we'll have a family gathering this coming Sunday to welcome him "officially"

tink

Yipeeeee!!!!!  I am sooooo happy for you, Tink!  May you and Joseph share the past, celebrate the present, and be close in the future!

Wing Walker
With a Dip of the Wings for This Happy Occasion!

Congratulations Tink. I do pray that you will continue seeing your brother in the future. None of the family has stuck by me but that's 7 years ago and it certainly not of importance to me as it use to be. But I do love reading others posts who have enjoyed a similar experience with relatives as you have.

Cindy