Well, I emailed my parents that I'm seeing a therapist in order to get a letter to start on T. My dad wrote back that "love isn't defined by whether you pee standing up or sitting down. I love you regardless." That was awesome to hear. My mom on the other hand hasn't responded and told my aunt who then told my uncle. He sent me a email saying that the shrinks and medical establishment is using me as a guinea pig and while the world my seem dim now it will be much dimmer if I go thru with it. And then he closed saying he loves me either way. I am nervous as heck waiting to hear from my mom. By the way, I'm in my 40's and they are treating me like I don't have a mind of my own and I'm listening to what people are telling me to do. I've tried to explain to my mom how I have felt all my life and I guess I'll have to see if she takes me seriously. I haven't told the brother I'm close to yet but since my mom told my sister who has a big mouth I'm sure he knows by now.

Troy

Hi Troy

You are 40. It's your life and no one else's. Your Dad sounds like a really decent guy, and he loves his son.  I take it you Mums side is a bit religious? And may I suggest ignorant of what TG is? If so I would be ready for a negative reaction but again it's your life. No one else can live it. No else understands your feelings. No one else has to look in the mirror. No one else has to......

Good Luck Brother

Cindy

Thanks Cindy.

You are right my mom is religious and they are ignorant of what TG is. I've tried to prepare myself for the negative reactions but it is still hard. My family disappeared from me for 7 years many years ago mainly because I didn't do all the work of visiting and whatnot. I'm prepared to lose them again if they choose that. I am going to do what's best for me.

Thanks
Troy

Quote from: TroyRyne on February 11, 2011, 11:47:00 PM
"love isn't defined by whether you pee standing up or sitting down. I love you regardless."

What a cool dad you have! 

We are glad that your Dad is so Awesome! I hope your Mom will come around too.  It is funny how much our hearts want acceptance from our family.

The best of luck to you.

Best wishes and sincere regards.

Patty & Roxy

@kiris - you are right my dad is awesome.

@patty and roxy - My dad is cool and I hope my mom comes around too. I guess time will tell.

Thanks
Troy