General Transgender Discussion

Well, this Saturday I start undergoing laser hair removal treatments on my private area in preparation for future SRS. Little did I know when I started down this road in 2007 where I would end up. I am proud to say that I couldn't be happier. I should have been born a girl, and I certainly shouldn't have waited this long to fulfill my destiny. However, after 49 years on this planet, I finally started living my life as the gender I should have been born in all along. The last 2 years of my life have been sbsolutely wonderful, and I wouldn't trade it for the world, even though I did become unemployed for a time along the way, and my ex took my daughter away from me.…

about our choices as transgender. Why do we need to subject ourselves to doctors whom claim to be transgender specialist. Doctors who don't accept insurance and don't prescribe hormones. Doctors who treat us like a star way to become rich and famous. This kind of doctor that I've been seeing. Why can't we just go to a regular endocrinologist and explain our case as any regular patient? I think that's what i am doing next. I would love to hear what every body else has to say.

For fourty years I have been molded and shaped into a person who represents the classic stereotype of a good Christian, loyal American, and Caring Father and Husband. I have done well in school and followed the instructions of many teachers, employers, fellow classmates, friends, and co-workers. I grew a business that has provided an adequate but below average income for ten years now. As long as I have done everything as carfully prescribed my life had meaning to others and people approved. However with every passing year I became more and more depressed. Why? Because I began to learn more and more about the real self within me. The self that had good things to say…

this post is sorta like a "spin-off" borne of a reply to admin's post in transgender news & happenings about an iranian film - i didn't wanna run discussion about the film off track. from an article Change Sex or Die: ""In Iran," Atrian said, "sex-reassignment surgery has become a lucrative, assembly-line business."" i have made comments in the past that i felt some of the "big name" FTM surgeons in this country are living off their name, the "fame" they earned in the TS world for specific surgeries. in looking at surgery pix at one FTM site, there are little-known and virtually un-known surgeons in other parts of the world who's work is MUCH better, dare i say …

I guess that means HRT is working huh? lol Any tips to avoid this unique pain? I mean don't get me wrong, its amazing to see the changes in my body but i work in retail right now and well handling a boxed TV right now isn't my idea of a great day right now. :P

I have noticed an uneasy trend among the transgender community. I am not saying it is everwhere and it is with every transgender person but it is something that I have been seeing more of and that is the "over bearing of our rights and ideals" against people who do not deserve to be attacked. I am an activist and I volunteer with many humanitarian not for profits to push equality for all LGBT people. With that said, there is a right way of going about doing this and there is a wrong way. Thw wrong way is to send angry letters to everyone "you heard" have been unfair to us. Please, before sending out angry letter or emails to someone you "heard about" on the internet…

I am on cloud nine right now. Yesterday I went into town to finally get my license and social security change (the name on it, not the number). It was so simple with no problems what so ever. The DMV would be my first pit stop. In total I was there maybe for ten minutes. There was no confusion on their part as to what I was doing. All I did was show them my court order and the rest was pie. My temporary license is in my possession. The actual card will take a couple of weeks to come in the mail. After that mission was complete my next stop would be social security. The social security office was just a block away. I enter the building and find a room of people sitting …

I read this in another thread, and rather than take that thread off topic, I decided to start a new thread. I'm exactly the same way in relationships--which is one reason I've decided to avoid them! The thing is, as women, we've subconsciously picked up the belief that we're supposed to be passive and submissive, especially to those we care about. But what are we supposed to do when we are told by those we care about that we are supposed to act like men? Do we discard all femininity in order to submit? Or do we act like men and assert privilege that does not exist? [robotic voice] DOES NOT COMPUTE!!! I had a male friend in middle school who obviously w…

Would like to point out that although many countrys issue a new birth certificate or a person is recognised in their new gender after GRS,In most parts of Europe and definatly the UK, this is not the case,So many people i kbnow who have had GRS in these areas keep saying they are finaly recognised as their new gender,this is wrong,you need apply for a GRC (Gender Recognition Certificate) Which also automaticly issues a birth certificate,all your rights to mariage,pensions and even death are not granted and despite the NHS treating you as your aquired gender and even updating your passport , the other departments will not,If you was born male,had GRS and die before obtain…

In an effort to stave off getting "cabin fever" I try to find winter projects. Well, what to do? earlier this year I bought an antique sewing table (to use for a TV stand). I was wondering why the thing was so darned heavy. Well, opened it up and guess what? There's a Singer sewing machine from the 1940's. Wow !!! With all the attachments!!! I think I've found a good project. All I have to find is a power cord. I hope that wont be to difficult. Does anyone out there know how to sew? Any good tips? Pictures of stuff you've made? Humorous experiences? My ex girlfriend gave me a couple of her Victoria's Secret bras when she left. But, they're 34-B. To small S…

Hi, I'm a young adult and had a question about being transgender. I was wondering if you can be tg and don't really do girly activities. However, I had question my gender since being a teenager because i never could relate the men but could relate to women more. Does gender and sexual orientation differ. The reason is that i'm attracted to women instead men so i don't fit the typical tg scenario. I never dress before because i don't have any sisters and my mom clothes would never fit but i wanted to grow breasts since i was a teenager. I tried on a bra and it felt awkward at first but then i felt whole. I'm not sure if i could pass or not. I mainly do manly a…

hi girls, im bea and im a newbie here.... im planin to vivsit thailand after the holidaysand also to have ffs done ther. im planin on havin forehead contouring surgery with dr chettawut. has anyone here have ffs with dr chet? can anyone recommend agoo doctor in thailand for ffs other than dr suporn for his a lil over my budget.... thanks girls.... happy holidays...

For those of you who are unfamiliar with culture tests, the American Culture Test is at http://www.zompist.com/amercult.html. Other people have contributed their own culture tests--24 countries and 5 regional cultures. Basically, it's a list of things that are 90% likely to be true of you if you're American. I'm thinking about creating a male/female culture test (for our culture, of course--the English-speaking world, that is): one list for women, one list for men, using a format similar to the American Culture Test. I can't think of very many, though, because it's only been the past year that I've really started to understand that female culture isn't "just the way…

Can anyone help me find a Dr who will give hormones ( no ? asked ) I am in the Pocono area of PA. Thanks, Cheryl.

:) We can talk about my boobs or your boobs. I am not so large yet, but I am very proud. I went from a flat as a pancake bird chest to a good 36-B so far. When I ride my bicycle, I can feel them bounce about. I've taken up shadow dancing. Partly because I'm bored and partly because I can watch my boobs bouncing. So, tell me your boob stories. Does anyone have a good link about boobs? Informational, humoristic, etc. Remember, nothing too naughty. - Virginia - Do you think I'll get in trouble for this one? Cast your vote.

hi ive been dressing for years but now im ready to take the next step and am in need of some help. ive never messed with makeup bfor and not familiar with it at all. can anyone please give me some pointers on what each product is and what it is used for. any help would b greatly appreciated

I was browsing this site (http://www.transgendercare.com/medical/resources/index.htm). I have a question about anti-androgens. Whats the difference between Finasteride and Spironolactone? I'm on spiro, but I would like to learn more about finastride (just to learn ). Does anyone have any stories from using either one or both these anti androgens? Love you always, -Nikki

I don't know if I had posted this topic before on this message board, perhaps it was on another forum? Anyway, the topic is about having my biological name changed to my female transitioning name legally. In the meantime, I had nicely asked my close friends who are aware of my transitioning, to call me by my female name. Recently, my friend and I were eating out at a public place. I was dressed up in women clothing, and Hellene had asked me to flag down the waiter to come over to our table, and then she told him.. "oh he want this, and can you bring him that" meaning me. Hellene said this loud enough, that is caused attention in the restaurant for other ladies to stair …

I know its been around a while but I'd never seen it until now. I was SO angry. If you aren't sure the commercial, here it is. http://youtu.be/C9LTRbWsGOI Just WHAT THE **** were they trying to prove with this commercial? What does a girl "dressing in camo and hoodies" and "building a car garage out of blocks" have to do with how well your washing machine cleans stains, so that you can put your little girl in "the pink clothes"??? I'm just... very pleased to see the vast majority of dislikes on this video on YouTube. I'm glad most people can see how "binary enforcing" this really is. So just a note... after talking about this with everyone I noticed that i…

hello im new to this thing i dont know exactly what im doing but i have some questions that maybe someone can help with, im 36 and since about the age of 5-6 i havent quite felt like i was me i know that is probly how most on here felt also but all my life has been spent doing what i was told that good boys do and are how good boys act but deep down inside i knew that im not what i look like im in here why cant i just show myself why did i get stuck in this body why cant i do the things i want to do am i so wrong for wanting to be me? am i not aloud to be me? why do i have to do these things that i have been told that is what im supposed to do? i dont know any more im so …

I talked about GLBT with my son. He asked a number of questions to which I was able to answer. He asked if being gay is a sin? I answered no. I shared with him that I knew that I was different all my life. I love these moments because it presents an opportunity to share that we are people, too. We touched on topics like gays in the military, trangenderism, my wearing women's clothing, Christianity, GLBT people in the church, and numerous other topics. I'm happy that he's accepting and open about my transgenderism. He's always been perceptive about life. I hope that there will be more opportunities like this. :)

So, quick post. I upgraded to HD cable a few month ago, and, cdue to such, got a whole crap ton of new and weird/different channels Id never seen before. One of these is 'Logo,' the glbt channel. Or should I say G channel. Now, not being xenophobic here, or bigoted, but I honestly could care less for gay themed movies or shows. Personally, it focuses WAY too much on the sexuality of the roles and in turn, lacks actual substance (for example, you dont see hit straight TV shows constantly insisting and blabbing about how AWESOME and GREAT it is to be straight.) So, to be quite honest, I've no desire to watch this channel. I watch shows with substance, not an agenda. …

Good for her. I wish I had done this at that age instead of trying to live up to other peoples expectations for far too long. http://www.ketv.com/cnn-news/19474067/detail.html OMAHA, Neb. -- An Omaha couple is allowing their 8-year-old son to openly live life as a girl. It’s a decision that means the child is no longer invited to attend Catholic school. Therapists and the child’s parents say the second grade student is transgender, a medical condition where a person’s inner sense of identity doesn’t match their biological gender. Some gender experts say as many as one in 500 people may be transgender or carry significant traits of the opposite sex. “It’s ki…

Hi everybody!! It's been a while since I checked up on this board. It's the way I operate really, but I do feel I was part of this community. I love you all and you gave me a great pillar of support when I needed it most. Thankyou all and much love. I've decided that I'm going all the way, I will be getting GRS asap. This isn't truely news, but my resolve is solid now. I will be getting everything, FFS and GRS. For me, and I stress for me as I know everyone's road in this is very different, it is what I need to do to be me. I am me on the inside. I am me in character finally. I am breaking the ice. Now I just wish to be able to see myself in the mirror. As me. So that,…

I just bought my first waist cincher. I'm so excited :-)