Chaunte, I'm very happy that you had a good experience. My first visit to support group was en homme, I didn't have time to get ready after work and get there on time. I actually felt safer that way too. My second visit was fully en femme. I took a half day of vacation in order to get myself as ready as possible.
Both times, though, I felt so very good in finally being able to meet and interact with men and women that have "been there, done that" and succeded along with those who are in the earlier parts of their journey. I agree that Susan's is a wonderful place with absolutely great people. I love
Susans.org dearly, and having a warm, living human being standing next to you saying, "You look lovely!" or, "You pass well!" is absolutely priceless. The validation that is missing from the rest of the outside world can be found in those meetings and that's one of the best things about them.
It has gotten to the point where I can't wait for the month to roll around again to the next meeting date. I hope your experiences turn out as well or better than mine.
helen
PS - btw, the group is the SPECTRUM Transgender Group of Western New York and meet in Buffalo every second Friday of each month. Everyone is welcome.
