I spoke to a complete stranger on the phone, calling for roadside assistance about jump-starting my car this afternoon--and I got ma'am'ed, even before he began collecting my personal information. When you freak out so much about your voice that you delay phone calls or avoid going to social events out of fear, that fleeting gesture of someone who has never before seen or heard you calling you ma'am means so much.

It's so good to get gendered correctly on the phone, especially if your like me and sure your voice is your worst enemy. It's happened twice that I noticed both time it made my day.

Yesterday was something new a uniquely feminine experience though not necessarily a good one. A man I had never met and did not know felt it was ok to make a comment about my appearance. Ok normally that's just awful his comment though was priceless he said. "You look just like betty boo." I thanked him smiling (hoping my voice wouldn't out me) then as I was walking away I could hear his wife scolding him and he was defending himself with "but she looks like betty boo!"

Later I looked in a mirror and well check my profile pic there is a resemblance.

Serena

If you love nice strong natural nails you should try Natural Nails Naturally, FB page. this oil that has some biotin in it does wonders on your nails. Mine look great & are so much stronger & longer. Love nice nails. Feeling happy today.

Getting ready to have another multi-hour multi-tech electrolysis session.  This should get me to about the halfway point.  I hope that they will be able to get a complete clearing done this time.

Ooooooo Jessie, - pain! 

Having had electro myself during my transition I know it's pain that's worth it.

I have moved far from everyone I knew few months ago. Today I just opened my eyes and realized that my life has never been so happy, simple and good as now. The feeling of simplicity, being just me and living without any social pressure.

Today* I walked a lot through Amsterdam. It is a total of 10 hours. More to come tomorrow.

* - Technically yesterday.

Quote from: Gabrielle_22 on September 18, 2015, 09:59:21 PM
I spoke to a complete stranger on the phone, calling for roadside assistance about jump-starting my car this afternoon--and I got ma'am'ed, even before he began collecting my personal information. When you freak out so much about your voice that you delay phone calls or avoid going to social events out of fear, that fleeting gesture of someone who has never before seen or heard you calling you ma'am means so much.

That is just awesome!!!

Sucks about the car though.

I use the app to call for roadside, but I am usually prepared with a jump starter, cables and other stuff.

blahh i just watched kiki's delivery service and i hadnt seen it since i was five and im just having so many thoughts about being a virtuous person and the value of solitude and how everything will be okay

Through the magic of recent laser hair removal on my face which took care of the evil hairs left behind by years of electrolysis, I can now go out and about makeup free. 

I feel pretty great. Finally finished my eleven months HRT update. This covered two months. I talk conventions, makeup, maintenance and random stuff. Check it out if you like. :3

https://www.youtube.com/embed/x6JXxp6xRmo

Recovered pretty good from my 10 hours of electrolyis and did not have as much swelling as I have had in the past. I was able to go out today and get my nails done and am now enjoying a dirty vodka martini. Feeling very happy right now. Cheers ladies!

1 year on hormones today.

Happy anniversary Mariah!

Thanks Islandgirl

Quote from: islandgirl on September 20, 2015, 09:19:02 PM
Happy anniversary Mariah!

Looking good there Jessie Ann

Congratulation to you too Mariah

You've made great progress Trini 

Happy HTRversary girl!!

Quote from: Mariah2014 on September 20, 2015, 09:02:27 PM
1 year on hormones today.

Thanks Jessie

Quote from: Jessie Ann on September 20, 2015, 10:29:03 PM
Happy HTRversary girl!!

My boss found out about some of my past on the weekend.

He was genuinely in awe of what he saw. Was trying to help him with some tips.
I bet he though I was just full of it but no he was wrong, very wrong. It was real.
I try not to think about it and have moved on many years ago.

It was fun though.
I used to love it so much but not anymore.

In general I try to only post the positive things.  Sharing things like none of my brothers will interact with me except through email or letters just doesn't help others.  It sucks but my bad things are survivable.  It's more fun if I can be positive.

This evening, after I asked if he needed a hand proof reading his homework, my younger son showed me his college application essay.  I was blown away.  I mean, my son has a problem with my change but still.  He gave me credit for so many wonderful aspects about himself that... well, it's kind of hard to explain.  What I am trying to say is, my son knows I'm turning into a woman and still loves and respects me very much.  It gave me a lot of hope I didn't know I didn't have for my family.