Went to the supermarket and bumped into a woman I know and her 2 yr old boy. He opened his arms and said Cindy! First words he has spoken to me

I'm very happy for 2 close cis women friends. They are good friends indeed to discuss the details of my GRS procedure that I plan to have. Both are very supportive & excited for me to perhaps soon also have a nice normal depth vagina. I will be such a happy girl on that day. I had considered an orchie then later my GRS but that is not for me. I'm so ready perhaps this summer for a nice vagina.

I don't know how but I forgot to add that in addition to the makeup my friend informed me that she thought I was on hormones already! She had noticed a "glow"! I told her the truth, I'm not. I'm Just shaving, moisturizing and happy!

I'm happy because this morning marks the longest continuous bout of achy chest so far. It's been kind of frustrating having it come and go, wondering if it's just my imagination... I'm sure I'll change my tune if they get much more sore than they are now, but at the moment it's really exciting!

Quote from: Cindy on March 06, 2015, 12:05:25 AM
Went to the supermarket and bumped into a woman I know and her 2 yr old boy. He opened his arms and said Cindy! First words he has spoken to me

This!  I am normally a skeptical person when it comes to seeing where we are heading as a people.  This one thing allows it to be seen through a different lens, the lens of a new generation growing up with acceptance.   Dani

Quote from: jeni on March 06, 2015, 10:43:41 AM
I'm happy because this morning marks the longest continuous bout of achy chest so far. It's been kind of frustrating having it come and go, wondering if it's just my imagination... I'm sure I'll change my tune if they get much more sore than they are now, but at the moment it's really exciting!

Mine came and went for a while. Now they feel like two toothaches on my chest. Not too sore but they let me know if they get hit.

You know what? I... DON'T.... CARE!

Quote from: jeni on March 06, 2015, 10:43:41 AM
I'm happy because this morning marks the longest continuous bout of achy chest so far. It's been kind of frustrating having it come and go, wondering if it's just my imagination... I'm sure I'll change my tune if they get much more sore than they are now, but at the moment it's really exciting!

Although I just started HRT on Monday I am already having itchiness and a little pain when they get bumped 

I did take some "natural" supplements for a couple months before starting on real E so maybe that gave me a bit of a head start. 

But like Dee - I don't care because it means something is working 

Just came out to my folks! I was planning to wait until the end of the month when I would see them in person. I also didn't want to steal focus from my brother and his wife as they are expecting any minute now. In sending an email to my Mom about that I discovered that my Pop was at her house today and I just decided it was time. So I sent an email asking them both to take my call. They did, and I finally let this all out  to the people who called me into existence and gave me this gift of life.

It couldn't have gone better! I have my parent's full support and they are excited to see me. My mom even corrected my father, when he left he said something about "you guys". She hates that word being used for women in any way shape or form but when she rebuked him she said "neither one of us are guys!"

Today is a beautiful day...

Kellam, that is so sweet! Congratulations.

Hi Kellam,

That's a great start to your new life, good luck flower.

Heather.

Luv & Hugs for everyone.

Thanks Heather and Dee, I apreciate it. My day just kept getting better too. I have now told my little brother and have his encouragement, love and support. He even called me his big sister! Now when his new kid comes into the world (any day now) I can just be its auntie!

I sat in a hot tub last night in a two piece and heard owls hoot in the trees.  That was neat.
Today I told a friend I was transitioning and he was cool about it and is still my friend.  This was neater. 

Finally a beauty shop/electrolysis appt. for today. My previous lady had so much trouble & has closed here office. My new lady is very experienced & I'll be a happy girl as she removes more nasty facial hairs.

Quote from: jessical on March 05, 2015, 10:27:10 PM
I had the court order name and gender change hearing.  And my request was granted   I also got my name and gender updated with the SSA.  At the moment I feel happy, but also relieved.

Congratulations Jess!

I so love reading everyones happy moments. 

Now for mine.  Saturday morning I had another great therapy session.  I then went and had some retail therapy.  My objective was a non-black shrug to summer-ize some of my black dresses, which I'd gotten this tip from my therapist.  (One of the benefits of having a female therapist is I also get some very good style tips   )  So on going into my favorite Dress Barn, I find what I'm looking for, but also find a couple of lovely spring/summer dresses.  One is a very nice knit color block sheath dress and the other is a beautiful polka-dot dress with a yellow belt and a retro tulip flare. 

But that's not all, there's more...  In the evening I had a performance with my community orchestra.  I played 2nd French Horn in Mozart's 4th Horn Concerto.  After the concert I came out to two more people, both of whom were very supportive.  Yeah!  I have a girl-friend who knows and celebrates me as a girl. I also talked to a mutual friend of my ex and mine.  This was the first time I talked to her since she was told about me.  She expressed her support of me having to do this, and I thanked her for supporting my ex.  We both are concerned about my ex and only want the best for her.  I feel so lucky to have my community music outlets support me.  I was thinking during the performance that there might be some worry about having a transgender performer subtract from ticket sales, or even draw excess attention when the music should be the focus.  That's not the case, I really feel fully supported, and I have to say this makes me a happy lady.   

-Alana

A store clerk called me ma'am! This is the second time this has happened in public from a stranger. I'm starting to like the slow disappearance of the word "sir" in reference to me.

Cycled for 20 kilometers straight, even though I'm on a strict diet (nearly died near the end). It made me happy: burn fat burn!

Told some friends about myself today, I'm realy starting to enjoy coming out. I am kind of sad that I only have one more close friend to tell! The best part was when some of my friend's roommates joined us in the living room. I'm friendly with the roommates so I just kept talking.

I brought up the name I had picked out as a teen, before I shamed myself into denial. Kiki Swan! Don't laugh...ok laugh. At first they said it was a good name, perhaps just a bit stagey. Then the two women let up a cheer, "Let Kiki free! Let her out!" It got me thinking, that if I ever return to making music perhaps Kiki Swan will be my stage name.

Go, Kellam, go!  It feels good, doesn't it? [emoji2]

Quote from: ChiGirl on March 08, 2015, 10:13:05 PM
Go, Kellam, go!  It feels good, doesn't it? [emoji2]

It sure does!

Happy part: Got my first Endo consult appointment finally.
Not so Happy part: It's not until May 13th (Over 2 months away  )... and I have to drive 100 miles to get there.......ouch.

But I need to ask:

Since it's my first time there...

According to the appointment letter,
I do the Endo Nursing Screening at 8:30AM
See the actual Doctor at 9:00AM

Does that mean they will do my initial Blood work then and there? I hope so.