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ChrissyRyan

#40
January 01, 2026, 01:19:47 PM
I had a pleasant lunch today.  It is nice to eat out with a friend.

I was good, I only had an appetizer.  It was a big one though.  Yum.


Chrissy
Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 
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#41
January 01, 2026, 07:22:35 PM
No matter how many friends we may have, it's always nice to have a meal with a friend. Catching up on each other's lives helps us all stay connected. With all that's going on in the world today, a casual conversation with a friend can be a nice break.

Happy New Year, Christine!

Love always -- Jess
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ChrissyRyan

#42
January 10, 2026, 02:55:21 PM
The first time I got feminine eyeglasses the optical technician had a slightly odd smile on her face.  Some guy who wants to look like a female she must have thought.  Well of course, as I came in looking much like a guy, so that was somewhat expected.  I did get good service.

But they were nice to wear.  That was like ten years ago. 

Do you remember the first time you went in to get eyeglasses that have a female style?

Now I come in as a woman and do not get that reaction.  Again, one would hope so!


Chrissy


Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 

ChrissyRyan

#43
January 10, 2026, 02:59:06 PM
I received a reminder from a radiology center to setup an appointment for my annual mammogram.  Be sure to do this as often as your physician wants you to get one.  I have had dense breast tissue and had to go back but all turned out well. 

I always get a small pink ribbon to wear the rest of the day when I am at the check-in counter.


Chrissy

Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 

Dances With Trees

#44
January 10, 2026, 03:01:09 PM
I try to choose light frames with a unisex style (similar to Lori's). But I know the look you're talking about and saw it on the pharmacist's face when I stopped in for my monthly HRT prescription.
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#45
January 10, 2026, 03:10:08 PM
Mine was at the VA. They all knew about my transition (it is in my medical records). I couldn't find a frame to fit my face, and one of the ladies helped me find some that fit.

Now, I don't care what style they are as long as they fit and are comfortable. The frame I tried on and selected was a brown color. These are the rose chrome that I like. I don't know who selected the color, but I love it. I noticed that in some light, they are rose colored metal, but in others, they look more purplish. I still like them.
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ChrissyRyan

#46
January 10, 2026, 03:16:25 PM
Lori,

I am glad you like your eyeglasses.  I have tried many frames, inexpensive to a bit more than I really wanted to spend, and some tinting.  Some metal, some plastic, some unisex, some female, some seemingly very bendable even!  I have not got any manly looking glasses though in about six years.  I also have not bought any of those "smart glasses." 

Chrissy
Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 

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#47
January 10, 2026, 05:02:40 PM
I loved getting my first feminine frames! I got my name changed on my records at the store on the same day, so the lovely staff member that served me knew I was trans. We chatted makeup tips, how she loved my name choice and  then helped me choose glasses. I got the cat eye style ones of course!

To be honest most people I've come across in these situations have been lovely. Most of them love my open bubbly personality, chatting away and just seeing a trans person grow.
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Charlotte Kitty ✅

#48
January 10, 2026, 05:05:14 PM
Regarding mammogram I think the NHS here says after 5 years on hrt to start. Now I'm female on my medical records I expect I'll get an invite sometime.
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Sephirah

#49
January 10, 2026, 05:11:11 PM
Just noticed you finally made a blog, Chrissy. Therefore I am obligated to poke my nose in and give you a big hug. <3
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January 10, 2026, 05:18:21 PM
Quote from: Charlotte_Ringwood on January 10, 2026, 05:05:14 PMRegarding mammogram I think the NHS here says after 5 years on hrt to start. Now I'm female on my medical records I expect I'll get an invite sometime.

I had my first one before I started HRT. The VA wanted to check to make sure I didn't already have something that estradiol would exacerbate. Then I had one every year until 2023. My Primary said I could switch to every two years. I had one in 2025, even though all is good and nothing has changed, now they want one every year again. They need to keep an eye on us old folks.
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ChrissyRyan

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January 10, 2026, 06:40:08 PM Last Edit: January 11, 2026, 07:11:21 AM by ChrissyRyan
Quote from: Sephirah on January 10, 2026, 05:11:11 PMJust noticed you finally made a blog, Chrissy. Therefore I am obligated to poke my nose in and give you a big hug. <3

Thanks Lauren.

I will not have much of interest to say here but sometimes I might.  Who knows when though. 
I am kind of boring, unlike you or Lori Dee or Sarah or about most everyone else here.

Chrissy



Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 

Lori Dee ✅

#52
January 10, 2026, 08:41:44 PM
Chrissy!

You are most definitely NOT boring.

I love the way you see the world. I wish everyone could see it the way you do. You have a way of making even little things that might annoy us seem temporary, and that the future ahead of us is bright.

You just stay private about your personal life, and there is nothing wrong with that. Sarah is the same way, and so are many of us. Maybe you could share some of your interests. What do you like to do when you are not at work? It doesn't have to be exciting or complex. Simple things are important too.

My best friend in South Dakota enjoys making crafts. They are nothing special, just small trinkets made out of everyday items. She enjoys coloring. She doesn't have artistic skills to draw, but she is very good at coloring. I have a picture she did hanging on my living room wall.

What about games, or movies, or TV shows? I bet there are many things that you enjoy that others enjoy too. But this is your space, so you use it as you want to, not what anyone else does with theirs. Just don't ever think that you are boring, because you are not.

Just keep letting us know that life is good. Remind us to have a kind and gentle manner. Because we all need that kind of reminder from time to time.
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davina61

#53
January 11, 2026, 03:53:06 AM
Any thing but boring my dear, I look forward to the word association and try to be random! Life is life, tell it how it is even if its just normal daily stuff coz that what everyday life is all about.
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#54
January 11, 2026, 12:39:11 PM Last Edit: January 11, 2026, 04:50:00 PM by ChrissyRyan
Each day we should work towards becoming more loving, more kind, just, and pay attention to our relationships. Besides most importantly honoring God each day, we have things that need to get done, each with various levels of importance and urgency (those two characteristics, importance and urgency, are NOT the same). 

Transcending those tasks is our relationships.  People are important.  Life is too short to not cherish them.  You do not have to be romantically or sexually involved to show love.  In fact, there are various types of love.  Agape love is sometimes difficult to embrace when you feel slighted or hurt, yet it is what God gives us unconditionally.  So always try to show love. 

Real love comes from a mindset of wanting to do what is best for others, it comes from the heart, as well as your mind, because you have to want to, you have to purposefully demonstrate love in thought and in your actions. 

Unfortunately many in the world hurt others, their actions are far from love.  Treat others in all the good ways you would want them to treat you.  This does not mean everyone will think and do everything the way you do it, and agree with you about all things, far from it. 

However, try to remember that no act of kindness is too small.  Be grateful.

Maybe today you can make someone's day, and bring a smile to her or his face.  Make it so.


Hugs,

Chrissy
Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 

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#55
January 11, 2026, 02:39:51 PM
This is a beautiful thought, Chrissy!

Thank you for sharing it with us.

Hugs! and love!

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#56
January 16, 2026, 10:07:02 PM
I was thinking on how people can easily take some things for granted.

When you enjoy a wholesome meal, there are many with not enough nourishment.
When you have a roof over your head, there are many who are homeless, not by choice.
When you have clean, good clothes to wear, some people do not have that.
When you are in good health, there are many who have health issues.
When you have a job or otherwise can afford your expenses, many struggle to make ends meet.
When you are of sound mind and can think clearly, others are experiencing significant mental issues.
When you have friends and are not lonely, there are many who are lonely.
When you believe in the Lord and have salvation, there are still many who are lost and have not been saved.

We should always be thankful and grateful.  We should always be good, kind, have compassion for others, and be thoughtful.  Let us all make that so.


Chrissy







Always stay cheerful, be polite, kind, and understanding. Accepting yourself as the woman you are is very liberating.  Never underestimate the appreciation and respect of authenticity.  Help connect a person to someone that may be able to help that person.  Be brave, be strong.  A TRUE friend is a treasure.  Relationships are very important, people are important, and the sooner we all realize that the better off the world will be.  Try a little kindness.  Be generous with your time, energy, wisdom, and resources.   Inconvenience yourself to help someone.   I am a brown eyed, brown haired woman. 

davina61

#57
January 17, 2026, 03:36:51 AM
I am, good health is top of my list. Thankful for my 3 kids and their children, I have a nice flat and also get to do my hobby . The universe will provide if you let it.
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#58
January 17, 2026, 06:27:28 AM
I'm thankful for all I have got and have made for sure. I vowed to be independent after losing my home twice due to reliance on others.I just wish I was sound of mind. At least I'm functional even if quite a tortured soul. I'm mostly glad  I can keep my boyfriend and 3 cats with food and a roof over their heads. That's what makes the work struggle worth it. They are my world and want to keep them safe and happy.
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Emma1017

#59
January 17, 2026, 07:54:22 AM


Chrissy, sorry for being so late to your blog! I agree with everyone here, you are not boring!  You proved that with your recent entries:

"Each day we should work towards becoming more loving, more kind, just, and pay attention to our relationships."

and

"I was thinking on how people can easily take some things for granted."

You share your wonderful heart with all of us, and that is never boring!!!

Big hug,

Emma

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