Most of you know me as Dodie..That is my legal name but I go by Keri with friends and some family.
I hesitate to write now because as I sit here I am so tired... coming of pain meds makes me tired and I don't have enough pain to justify taking them..... so here goes

I had body shaping done and Breast Augmentation done at same time June 18th.  At first my boobs did not hurt at all and did not seem that big however I was dealing with pain in other areas of my body and wont go into detail but ouch.. Its ok now but now my chest hurts a little and you have to massage twice a day.

So, to complete my transition for me SRS is next step in February 2016.  At that point I consider it done.

I have been living full time almost 7 months. 
I am a full blown transgender person.. accepted that I am female live that way not but its not all that easy.
I may be happier than ever in many respects but if you have issues before transition unrelated to your GID they stay with you.
I am cured of GID now.. I don't even think about it other than needing SRS so I can date men.
I have all the curves, I have the hair the boobs the barbie doll look in some ways..Well a 5-6 Barbie that is thicker than the 1962 version for sure..  I do stand out and I am not saying that to brag, it is not what is important to me.. in fact being attractive can be a hassle.
There are so many things to do as a woman you don't have to do as a guy.  I could go on and on with that list.
I love being me but I still have issues like any other woman.. would.  Guys for one thing....
I still consider it a miracle to be cured... or better or whatever you want to call it....
I started 19 or so months ago and here I am,living as a woman.. I can't go out of the house as a man even if I wanted to so that is said and done... my life exists as a female... I do well at it... I don't get read and even if I did I would not care.. to heck with people if they were to be negative.. they are not me.. I am me and I like who I am.
I can not emphasize therapy enough.. get to know your self.. know who you are....
Its easier in this life to be a man... I wish I could have been one forever but I wasn't.. I will just have to work harder now to rule my life and make it... I may have lost some male mojo but my female mojo is a bitch so guys do not intimidate me... most the time.. anyway.
I wish everyone a happy journey. Its up to you.. no one else can do it for you.  You make your reality what you want it to be and do it...
Love Keri

Modification to post.. I knew I was tired when I wrote this..  Anyway,my ex and I are living together again.. I am selling my other house I bought.. she wants me to live with her until one of us gets married again.. we love each other and are best friends.. we cuddle sometimes, we have tea every morning together we do everything we did when we were married except we are just best girlfriends.
I am on facebook as Keri Elizabeth Brinlee.... our story is one of total love.. I  know its unusual but we laugh more than we cry now.. lt took a lot of tears to get to this point..but we made it

It's nice to hear from you; I was starting to be concerned, and I'm glad you are doing well

Hugs your stunning

Ah, good to hear from you, Keri.  I was thinking the other day that I had not heard from you since your latest surgery went on.  So glad you are feeling nearly complete!  I can relate.  I see it that way, too.  It is a transition that comes to an end, for me at least.  I know not all see it that way, but I do.  The further I go along, the more I see it that way.  I think for everyone there is a point at which one says: "I have changed what I wanted to and accomplished what I set out to do.  That's a wrap!"  I hope you see that point soon!  ( I know I will. )
-ainsley

Hey Girls,
I always try to be real and positive.
I posted my facebook name and had someone from Susan's decide to attack me on facebook.
Said I wish I had your kind of money and then some other things about men and things that did not make sense to me.
Anyway, with that said, I know there are those of us who are not able to do the things I am able to do .. I did point out to her. Said my debt is high over this whole thing then the attack was worse than ever.
Its ok though, I blocked her and I forgive her.. this is not an easy thing to do to transition.. I just happen to be a happy person with a positive outlook on life.
I won't say more.. but if that person reads this I am really sorry if I have offended you on Susan's... I am a loving person and wish you the very best..
Dodie/Keri

Keri, you're inspiring. Thank you. Look out for a friend request.

Glad evwrything went well with ur last surgery Keri. You look stunning as always. Love your facebook page, lots of new pics. good luck with ur SRS xo

As always, you are an inspiration.

I am happy you and your ex are so close.

You have so fantastic children too

Outstanding! Good to see all is going well.

Keri,

I've always enjoyed your posts.  You've obviously given your identity much thought and are doing what is right for you.  I am sorry that it's come at the price of much pain, tears, and effort, but nothing in this life is worth anything without at least some pain, tears, and much effort.  Thank you for letting us know how you're doing.
Hugs,

Alana

Keri, you just inspire all of us. Keep doing you, you beautiful girl [emoji8]


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Keri -

I have watched you blossom and it makes me happy to see a sister having a successful transition into her authentic self. Your posts are positively bubbling over with giddiness so I know that you are very happy 

As far as the person that disparaged you - in life we all run our own race with our own priorities, using the resources that we have available to us. It is simply a fact of life that we will all be uneven in that regard - some will have more and some will have less. I'm sorry that person took their bitterness about their situation out on you; that isn't fair.

Keep posting those positive updates girl!

You look amazing! Wish you all the best.
I'm at the starting point of my journey and look forward to this marathon. 

Keri, you are a role model for some of us.  Sorry that someone has to be so petty as to attack you over your transition. None of got to choose where and to who we were born. Sometimes we get to make decisions that can result in beneficial life developments.

The fact that I have social, work and financial advantages over some other transgender individuals does bother me at times. I have great insurance that covers much of the cost of my transition and I have money to pay for the parts not covered. Because this is a medical condition, everyone should be covered by insurance - but many are not.  I work for an employer who gives me status protection. Many do not. I am trying to use my talents to help our community and have put myself out there to try to educate the public about us in an effort to make it better for those who may not have the advantages I do.  I think we need to do all we can to try to make positive changes in public opinion and public policy. 

The fact that some people have some advantages over others is just a fact of life. I am so happy for you that you have been able to transition so well.  You inspired me in my transition and I know you have inspired others. So don't let the negative take away from your positives.  Keep up the good work and keep us posted. 

Hey girls
Sorry for delayed response, I just am busy and wish I had more time.
I have never been so busy!! But that's a good thing!
Love all your responses!
Dodie aka Keri

Keri, its been amazing to watch you blossom since the time you have been on here. Your truly an inspiration to us all. I'm glad things are going really well. Hugs
Mariah

Love you girls, getting ready to post a new update!   Still so busy... ugh.... but as I have said thats a good thing...
Keri AKA Dodie

Quote...I may have lost some male mojo but my female mojo is a bitch...

Keri, you come up with the best signature lines...!

So glad you are doing well! But then, I wouldn't expect anything other. You're the kind of person who can turn most anything into a positive, happy experience.

*hugs*

LOL thanks Beth... I am a mess..
Keri

Keri, Good to hear from you. Forget what others say, life is sometimes unfair. Sheesh, I wish I were born with Paris Hilton's looks and money, but we're born who we are, some with more advantages than others and some make their own advantages. You have every right to be proud of who you are. You've worked hard. You've made it happen. You're an inspiration; you're gorgeous, you've also endured the pain and I celebrate your success.

Hugs, Be proud and happy - you deserve it!