Um... hello everybody.

Being quite shy by nature, it was a real blessing when I found this site. After reading through some threads, I just knew I wanted to join.

It's really nice to find somewhere I can be myself. Where I live, the Stone Age would be a massive evolutionary step, at least in terms of attitudes. Being a transgendered girl is bad enough *looks around furtively for the flickering torches and screaming mob* but being a gay transgendered girl... I might as well get out the marker pens and start working on my triple sixes.

So what can I say about myself? About six months ago I met a girl who accepted me for who I was, and my life changed irrevocably. We've been dating ever since, and it's mainly through her support that I was able to take the first steps towards becoming the woman I should have always been.

It was actually her mother who suggested that I should join a support network (I was so nervous the day my girlfriend told her mother about me that I think I went through a month's underwear supply in about three hours ).

I'm taking everything one step at a time, and know that one day I'll be able to look in the mirror and be happy with my reflection. Until that day... I figure the journey will be nothing if not interesting.

I like writing; it affords me an outlet for everything I feel inside but can't express verbally. I'm a bit of a gamer chick and I generally enjoy lurkiing around online, where what you say doesn't automatically come with a predjudice once people see the person saying it.

So, um, yeah... sorry for rambling. I tend to do that somewhat when I'm nervous.

I look forward to meeting you, and would like to thank you wholeheartedly for providing such a wonderful service for girls like myself.

Hmmmm. You sound like fun! Coolness! You pass the "Acid Test of the Amarantine".

Welcome to Susan's! Minibar to the left, kitchen at the back of the hall.

~Simone.

Leiandra,

Wellcome to Susans, I was very shy at the start of my joourney, it is supprising me how far I have come even though the road had rocks and potholes.

Alice

Welcome to Susan's, Leiandra. I like the way you write. And what you say in the writing. Enjoy your stay.

Nichole

Thank you very much. I can't tell you how much happier I feel even after being here only a short while.

Lady Amarant, thank you for the directions. I don't drink (although heaven knows I've thought about it a time or two), but a tall glass of ice water wouldn't go amiss. *toasts your good health*

Alice, thank you, too. I'm starting to think that it's just one more hurdle to vault on the way to being yourself. Ladies like yourselves certainly make it so much easier. *hugs*

Nichole, I could say the same. I've been reading a lot here and your erudition and articulation are really wonderful. I look forward to reading a lot more. Thank you. *big smile*

hello Leiandra

i too would've been so so so nervous if someone i dated told their parent(s).

anyhow... *huggles* and I'm looking forward in reading your posts- it is written really well, just so you know. i wish i could write like that.

so, welcome. chat soon

Hi, Eloise.

Nervous doesn't even begin to describe it. The bathroom and I became very closely acquainted that day, I can tell you. I should have taken a tent and siege rations, lol, not that I could have eaten them. Halleilujah for enlightened moms, huh?

Growing up with two brothers, writing was pretty much the only thing I did. Either that or reading. I tended to seclude myself because had absolutely no interest in doing anything 'boyish' that my brothers jumped at (in fact, truth be told, they irritated me no end). Having no sister to filch toys from, I had to find other things to do.

And when I write, my characters can achieve things I can only dream of.

It's really nice to meet you. *hugs*

Hi Leiandra,

I love your name, it's so pretty.

Don't be nervous or shy you will find many friends and even more
support here, and everyone will relate to all the things you hold dear.

Amanda

Hi, Amanda.

It's actually a really strange thing about my name. It came from a dream... the most vivid one I've ever had. It was on the door to my office in a place where I work at some point in the future, I guess.

I remember in the dream that I was myself, in every way, and my name felt so natural and right that I just knew it was the one I would use. It was spelled slightly differently though, with a 'gh' in the middle. But, my girlfriend and I decided on this shortened version because it sounded better (to me, anyways)... and is something we've done together. She calls me Leilei.

Thank you *blushes*.

I already love it here. You are all part of a really awesome community.

*hugs*

Hi Leiandra,

Welcome to Susans.

You will meet many wonderful and experienced people here.

Enjoy your stay.

Buffy

Hello Leiandra and welcome to Susan's!

Thanks so much for introducing yourself.  Please take a few moments to get familiar with all the boards of the site, review the site rules before posting, and take advantage of our many resources such as the wiki, chat, and the links listed at the main page.  We look forward to your future posts and participation.  Enjoy your stay

tink

Hi Leiandra,

Welcome to our little family.  You will definitely find that we all share similar trials and tribulations that you face, so don't be shy about speaking up.

Janet

Welcome to the forum!

I hope things continue to go as well as they seem to be going.

Um, thank you, everybody. I don't know about things going all that well. I've had the Devil's own job getting onto the site for a few days (which is about right for my luck), and I still can't go about it the normal way *crosses fingers that her computer isn't suddenly infected with something nasty* . But... I really love it here, and where there's a will there's a way.

It's good to have you here.

Quote from: Sephirah on June 12, 2008, 11:08:48 PMUm... hello everybody.

Lauren,

Reading your words, past and present, is like watching a flame that never goes out, no matter how fiercely the wind howls.

You don't just fight. You shine.

You may not seek the spotlight, but let me say it clearly, you are the light.

Your presence radiates warmth, strength, and hope.

It's in every brave breath you've taken, every time you chose laughter, and in every moment you lifted someone else while walking through fire.

We love you, Lauren. 💗


And by the way... welcome to Susan's, New girl!. 


~ Lilis 🫂

Omg, I can't believe you did that, Lilis. Feels like a lifetime ago now. Someone so full of dreams. It's hard to see the same person.

Thank you. You kind of made me cry for the second time. In a good way.

*blushes*

Thank you.

Hi Sephirah

I so enjoyed reading those posts and thank you Lilis for uncovering this gem about Sephirah

Hugs
Sarah B
@Lilis @Sephirah

Quote from: Sarah B on May 12, 2025, 11:52:05 PMHi Sephirah

I so enjoyed reading those posts and thank you Lilis for uncovering this gem about Sephirah

Hugs
Sarah B
@Lilis @Sephirah

I know I brought it on myself but I am kind of a quivering mess right now. Thank you, Sarah.

To quote the second Matrix movie... "Some things never change. But some things do."

I have been blessed to be a part of the lives of some truly amazing people in my time here. And I don't think I would change anything about my life, even if I could.

Okay I need to blow my nose. This is all bringing up a lot of stuff. Damn you, emotions!

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