Hi Everyone, I'm Lissa - I'm a classic, actually diagnosed autogynephilic. I've been battling with it since I was a teen because of family, school.....you know the drill. I actually was given male hormone therapy at one time when I was growing up because I was starting to develop breasts. I'm a 220 on the COGIATI test, by the way - just took it for fun

I've supressed myself for 10 yrs and am finally accepting of who I am, and gosh darn it, kinda proud I've just come out of a love relationship with a GG who said she was understanding, but her actions said otherwise. I always felt more comfortable dressed as a woman - she didn't even like me painting my nails! I know I'm not gay, the gay scene does nothing for me. I tried gay sex once but knew right away it wasn't for me.....(crying is a sure sign *smile*) so the man I chose withdrew and just held me sweetly. Naked men do nothing for me at all, but a TV/TS that exhibits femininity I find just as attractive (ok, probably more) as GG's. I like nothing more than to lay on a couch watching an old movie cuddling up and holding hands, or having my legs stroked draped over the one I love....hopeless romantic, lol.

I've dreamed I was a girl since I was 11 or 12, and I'm finally at peace with myself. At the age of 32, there's lots of life left in this girl even though I'm scared of surgery, and scared of losing my job, but if it takes me 20 years or more to be in the position to rectify natures mistake, at least I know I'll leave this world as me, and in the meantime .......hello

hihi and welcome to the forums.

Hi Lissa,

Welcome to our little family. Over 4800 strong. That would be one heck of a family reunion.

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Janet

Hi Lissa

Good thing for you to admit who you are and you're so right, when you're leaving this world it must be you ans not somebody else.
So welcome girl and I hope you'll fins all the answers and support you need.

hugs
annette

Hello Lissa,
I'm glad you have join.
Susan's is a great place for support and a treasuer trove of information on gender issuse.
To accespt and be a peace with yourself is the best part of transitioning.
That is beside growning boobs
Welcome Lissa,
Jillieann 

Hi Lissa

Welcome to Susan's, I'm sure you will find out a lot more and of course I'm sure you will provide us with insight as well.

One recent thread that might be of interest to you, is located here.

Take care and all the best.

Kind regards
Sarah B

Quote from: Janet Lynn on January 09, 2011, 10:25:32 PM
Hi Lissa,

Welcome to our little family. Over 4800 strong. That would be one heck of a family reunion.

Feel free to post your successes/failures, Hopes/dreams.  Ask questions and seek answers. Give and receive advice.

But remember we are family here, your family now. And it is always nice to have another sister.

And be sure to check out these links ( MUST READS )

• Site Terms of Service and rules to live by
  
• Standard Terms and Definitions
  
• Post Ranks ( including when you can upload an avatar)
  
• Reputation Rules
  
• Age and the Forum
  

Hugs and Love,
Janet

Hi Janet, thanks for the welcome and the wonderful links. This site is pure gold. Thank you to everyone involved.

My "family" is down to me, myself and I, so I'm honored be accepted into a family of 4800 sisters and brothers

Quote from: Jillieann on January 10, 2011, 10:14:04 PM
Hello Lissa,
I'm glad you have join.
Susan's is a great place for support and a treasuer trove of information on gender issuse.
To accespt and be a peace with yourself is the best part of transitioning.
That is beside growning boobs
Welcome Lissa,
Jillieann

Thanks Jillieann (((((hugs))))))

Quote from: Sarah B on January 11, 2011, 12:21:14 AM
Hi Lissa

Welcome to Susan's, I'm sure you will find out a lot more and of course I'm sure you will provide us with insight as well.

One recent thread that might be of interest to you, is located here.

Take care and all the best.

Kind regards
Sarah B

Hi Sarah. thanks for the link. Doesn't really match what I really feel though, but thank you. I don't believe in my diagnosis because it's not a sexual thrill to wear womens clothes, it just feels right. There's one exception though, and that was lingerie, and I used to feel sexy in that....

I have always felt like a bisexual 0woman rather than a woman or a gay or straight man, but I don't even think that's a right self-analysis because I'm attracted to GG/TS which I really see as women no matter if TS is pre-op, she's still a lady to me. I guess I just don't "fit" any particular mould, but I don't think anyone does

Hey Lissa, welcome to Susan's.  I'm glad to hear that you've found yourself (and us) and know where you're headed.

Quote from: lissabuchannon on January 11, 2011, 10:51:55 AM
My "family" is down to me, myself and I, so I'm honored be accepted into a family of 4800 sisters and brothers

You're stuck with us now.  *evil laugh*