Hello. I am a FTM, but I prefer to just say 'man'. I'm not a fan of introduction posts so we'll see how this goes.
I am a new high school graduate who is pre everything and it really sucks(that goes without saying, though!) I'm currently trying to get the funds to transition, I do art for people on the side and I'm trying to get a full time job.
So yeah, I like the look of this forum and I hope to contribute.

Hey DeeW welcome to the community, I am also a newbie here, it seems to be a great place to gather information and share your highs and lows. 

Hi DeeW, welcome to Susans! You did fine on the introduction, you brought a copy in "Strine" I trust? They can get unruly when they don't get their way, those Aussies can! See you around, hugs, Devlyn

Hi, Deew.

I feel a lot like you do.
I identify as male, and prefer to associate myself with being "FTM" as little as possible. I remember when I was in your position and I sympathize you, because it truly does suck. If it were possible, I honestly would have been on the right hormones through out most of high school, but unfortunately due to the laws in my state, it was not made an option for me - I can see myself being a lot happier with myself developmentally if it would have been though. Anyway, welcome to the site. I hope you make some friends here and receive all the support you may need.

Thanks everyone.

Jason, I agree that high school would have been much better being perceived as the right gender and developing one's body correctly along with peers of your target gender. Sorry to hear how backwards that law is. Community college here is like our high school 2.0. I'm putting off going there specifically because I want to transition first, I can't deal with going through that pain again.
It is nice be reminded that this doesn't last forever, thank you!

Quote from: DeeW on July 12, 2012, 09:43:21 PM
Thanks everyone.

Jason, I agree that high school would have been much better being perceived as the right gender and developing one's body correctly along with peers of your target gender. Sorry to hear how backwards that law is. Community college here is like our high school 2.0. I'm putting off going there specifically because I want to transition first, I can't deal with going through that pain again.
It is nice be reminded that this doesn't last forever, thank you!

Not a problem, dude.

And if you ever have any questions or anything, you're more than welcome to shoot me a message.



Also- personally, I'm also waiting until I'm much more comfortable with myself until I continue any school as well, so I totally understand that.
I care about my education a hell of a lot, but it's also important that I feel like I'm entirely myself when so I can truly dive into something I love to do without having to worry too much about dysphoria, which plays a huge role in my social anxiety and ultimately causes me to isolate myself from people, because I feel as if I'm somehow falsely representing who I really am to the world. I've been on HRT for a while now and am stealth, but still am not entirely okay with myself yet - after all, I am doing this for me - so, yeah, at least I think I understand.

Welcom to Susan's, DeeW.

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Welcome, DeeW, from southern California.

Hi welcome to Susans DeeW! 

Hi DeeW

Welcome from Australia, yes there are civilised people here. And some uncivilised from Boston mainly.



Cindy

Hi Deew,
Another big Aussie welcome to Susan's family. As you wonder round, you'll find a mountain of information, resources and friendships waiting for you. Don't hesitate or wait for an invitation to jump in join any discussion.

I look forward to hearing more about you in the time to come, but in the meantime, be safe, well and happy.

Lotsa huggs
Catherine

Cindy, what do you mean? I walked around Boston (on my knuckles) and they looked like highly evolved people. At least to me. Hugs, Devlyn