I started down this amazing path of discovery a bit over two years ago. I'd been married for over 48 years when I came out to my wife in a gushing of revelations, guilt and fear. My key goal was to keep my marriage together. I couldn't, and still can't, imagine a life without her. So, I made a conscious decision to pace my transition slowly making sure my wife was comfortable with the steps I was taking. I also closely worked with my therapist as I planned my way ahead, learning more and more about this amazing woman I'd been holding inside for so many years and figuring out what transition was going to look like considering that I'm now 70 years old.

I am blessed that my wife supported and encouraged me; we celebrated our 50th wedding anniversary last fall.

Over the past few months I've had the desire to take a big step in my transition. With the input and advice of some truly inspirational friends and in coordination with my therapist and my wife, I've decided to start the process of seeking HRT. I'm waiting for my intake appointment to be scheduled, hopeful that I'm found medically eligible to begin.

 
I am so excited that I barely slept last night thinking about the possibilities.


Wish me luck!!

April Marie!

What a wonderful post sister!... I believe you will take to the experience like a duck to water... new perspectives and possibilities will indeed be yours to explore and experience!  Enjoy it all...🌻

Onward Brave Sister!

Ashley 💕

Quote from: April Marie on Today at 11:13:47 AMWith the input and advice of some truly inspirational friends and in coordination with my therapist and my wife, I've decided to start the process of seeking HRT. I'm waiting for my intake appointment to be scheduled, hopeful that I'm found medically eligible to begin.

 
I am so excited that I barely slept last night thinking about the possibilities.


Wish me luck!!

Congrats, April, that's excellent news, best wishes on your journey! 💓🌷


~ Lilis 🫂

Wonderful news!

Hopefully, you can get started without too long a delay so you can experience the peace and elation that having the correct hormones can cause.

Congratulations, April. 🥳

@April Marie
Dear April:
This is exciting news that you just shared !!!

Starting HRT is one of the bigger steps in your transition journey.
  Buckle up, lots of changes will be happening.

Have patience, lots of patience, as you begin your HRT journey.  Changes will happen, but
usually not as quickly as you will want.  For some, changes will happen fairly quickly and be
more noticeable, and for others HRT will work more slowly...  it all depends on your
unique body and your genes....

The axiom regarding HRT that I like relate to our members here on the Forum is
  Y M M V ... (Your Mileage May Vary)   Again, patience is required.

I am very happy for you... wishing you success and happiness as you continue on.

Along with your other readers and followers, I will be eagerly reading your updates
here on this tread and the other various Forum threads that you feel comfortable
about sharing and posting.

HUGS, Danielle [Northern Star Girl]

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Wish me luck!!

April, I'm thrilled for you. I eagerly anticipate hearing about your experiences once you've begun the treatments. Congratulations!

How exciting, April!  Congratulations on taking this big step.  And well done on the way you have handled it with your wife.  I wish you the best.  I am sure you will enjoy the journey.

Hi April,
That is wonderful news. I hope it works out for you.
Ciara.