I have been following these forums for a few years, knowing deep down that at some point I would transition. This year, it all came to a head, so to speak; beginning with a seemingly innocuous act that I have done every few years of my entire life: shaving off my shoulder length hair. This time, however, it had a monumental affect on my self. I slipped into one of the deepest bouts of depression I have ever faced.

A couple of months (and several blackout-drunk nights) later, I realized the issue and decided to seek treatment. It wasn't easy to find. I spoke with five doctors (none of which had ever had a trans patient) before finally being referred to a therapist, who would help me find the help I needed.

I have been on HRT for a month, and have come out to my closest friend, in addition to my wife of eleven years. Honestly, the last two months (since I decided to transition) have been the happiest of my life. Even with all of the anti-trans propaganda in the media these days, I know now who I am; who I have always been: Lilith Wild, a gay transwoman.

It feels good to finally be out from under all of this fog.

Quote from: LilithWild on November 25, 2018, 11:29:43 PM
I have been following these forums for a few years, knowing deep down that at some point I would transition. This year, it all came to a head, so to speak; beginning with a seemingly innocuous act that I have done every few years of my entire life: shaving off my shoulder length hair. This time, however, it had a monumental affect on my self. I slipped into one of the deepest bouts of depression I have ever faced.

A couple of months (and several blackout-drunk nights) later, I realized the issue and decided to seek treatment. It wasn't easy to find. I spoke with five doctors (none of which had ever had a trans patient) before finally being referred to a therapist, who would help me find the help I needed.

I have been on HRT for a month, and have come out to my closest friend, in addition to my wife of eleven years. Honestly, the last two months (since I decided to transition) have been the happiest of my life. Even with all of the anti-trans propaganda in the media these days, I know now who I am; who I have always been: Lilith Wild, a gay transwoman.

It feels good to finally be out from under all of this fog.

@LilithWild   
Dear Lilith:
    Thank you for coming out of the lurker zone and being a part of the Forums.

   I am most pleased that you had decided to join the Susan's Place site.

    Please allow me to officially welcome you here.
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    There are a lot of members here that will be able to identify with your situation as you continue to feel free to share it.

    I also want to warmly WELCOME you to Susan's Place. 
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    As you are certainly aware you can share with others and involve yourself with some give and take with other like-minded members.  When frustrated or if you have successes you can share it here if you wish and receive support from others and offer support to others. ....
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Hi Lilith 

Welcome to Susan's Place    Glad to have you here, join on in the fun

Hugs

V M

Hi, Lilith!

Congratulations on finding yourself and beginning your transition!

Hello LilithWild,  It's a pleasure to meet you and I really enjoyed reading your re-introduction.  It's sounds like you are now on the right path.  You sound so happy now that you've embraced your new life.  I am basically at the same place in my transition too.  I have come out to only my wife and brother-in-law at this point but so far, so good.  I know there's a long road ahead for us both but traveling in the right direction is half the battle. Best wishes to you and thank you for sharing.

Susan R🌷