General Transgender Discussion

Today the same salon that has cut my hair for about 2 years put specific conditions on my being accepted for beauty services. I called for a haircut as usual but reminded the stylist of my being transgendered and wanting a feminine hairstyle. I simply asked if it would be helpful for her if I wore make-up to help recommend a style that would be best for my facial shape and feminine identity in public. I was told that I would have to come in for a special appointment because my being there would be "bad for busines". I was told that because it was a small town everybody talks and the owner didn't want that. I respected the viewpoint that they were looking ou…

Hi everyone-I was searching the net for any more information about insurance coverage for us and I came across a "youtube" video. I titled it "transgender insurance" and up popped a vi deo from a guy(FtM) named Aaron. In it he talked about the AMA and a certain resolution that they passed. Resolution 122(A-08). There are alot of whereas paragraphs so I'll be brief. Bassicly they oppose any discrimination on the basis of gender idenity and recognise the seriousness of the disorder and the grave consequences if left untreated. Page 2 there are two sections where they have a resolved, and since I don't know how to do any insertion thing,I'll quote line 15; "RESOLVED, …

Would like to hear the latest advise and results on the use of herbal supplements to develop female secondary traits, such as breast development. I have just started a couple of products and will be recording my results. I would like to hear from anyone who has already tried herbs and what were their findings. Dawn

Sooooo I know alot of people are doing youtube nowadays, and after a crazy stressful day, I decided to make one. Here's the link if you all wanna drop in and see! http://www.youtube.com/user/Ashleetorin Not sure if anyone else has one, but if so, do share! :)

hey all, I found this neat little website that allows you to see what various clothes look like together, it also tells you the price it will cost in the store (target). I have chosen a couple of outfits on it and am going to head into to town on the weekend to buy them :-) http://www.freefusion.com.au/wardrobe.htm

Last night I discussed transgender and Christianity with my bible fellowship group. It was an overwhelming success. There were many questions asked and I was able to answer them to the best of my knowledge. I opened up the discussion defining the many transgender terms. I explained that 'transgender' is an umbrella term for people whose gender identity and/or expression differs from their birth sex. I mentioned that the term may include transsexuals, crossdressers, gender queer, gender non-conforming and other gender-variant people. I had the most questions about transition and Gender Identity Disorder. I explained that transitioning is a complex prcedure that occu…

I am a successful business man dying to let the woman I am come out. I have known since I was 10 I was a woman trapped in a mans body. I finally have the courage to begin the process, but am affraid to actually let her come out. I know it will cost me my relationships and job. I don't see how I can survive the process. I need to let the woman in me be free and take me to the next level. Anyu words of wisdom from the world?

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Government stupidity, (but I repeat myself). Good thing I am starting this process early. I figured government stupidity would be involved at some point, and it was, right at step 1. Today I go to get my passport application done, and they tell me that they can't take my birth certificate. Apparently they need a certified copy of the long form birth certificate (whatever the **** that is). So I guess I get to call the Baltimore City health Department on Monday to try and get this long form nonsense. Why is it that our idiotic government does such a fine oustatsnding job of harassing its own citizens? If our stupid government wants americans to have a pa…

Luke 15:11-32 I was reading a couple of posts about the Prodigal Son. Looking at the father huggng his wayward son is a touching moment. Many words can describe the poignant scene; forgiveness, love, acceptance, and joy are some words that come to mind. Affirmation comes to mind when I view the picture. Yes the son had spent everything he had on wanton living. The son felt shame and remorse, so much so that he was willing to be a servant. The father would have none of it. The father's affirmation of his son demonstrated his love for him. Contrast this response to that of the older son. He responded in anger upon hearing that his young brother's return. I'm than…

Hello, lately ive been realizing that america has successfully set just enough obstacles to make T-girl life hard to live. So i was considering saving up and moving abroad by maybe next year so i was wondering where you think would be a good idea end up is at ?

Ok, so I am writing this here because I do not know where I was suppose to put this so yeah, going to have this post here. I am in a situation that well I am not sure on and yet I am severely unhappy with things in my life. Here is the list of them 1)I am in the low income bracket, meaning I am on SSI and can't afford to transition to female Like I truly want to. 2) I hate the town and state where I live and want to move me and my dad to where I can have friends in the trans community that will be supportive and help me with trying to transition as I am so scared I will screw it up. 3) I been getting depressed more then normal because I am lonely and don't hav…

I was wondering if someone could help me get started. I would like to have top surgery but dont know where to start. I dont consider myself transgendered but i also dont consider my self male or female. I was born female and would like to have top surgery but i dont want to go any further than that. I live in the san fransisco bay area and dont know what surgeons to talk to, if i have to go through years of therapy before i will be allowed to have surgery. please give me any info you may have. :blink:

A couple of opportunities have come to share my experience of being transgender. My waiting for one party to reply to me because of some details to be ironed out. A grad student wishes to inteview me. The other opportunity is on a lesbian website. I met the person who runs the site and she would love for me to share my experience. This is something that I have a desire to do. Gennee :)

Ok..........I just came out to my first person ever.......I don't mean I'm gay (that too) but I mean the whole CD TG thing. No one shot me or beat me or made me write bad checks............That last part was a joke. I told my roommate. I came into the room with my short denims and shaved legs and said........ By the way........she is an ex lover. Obviously, after her response, she is still a friend. It went very well. We had a very long conversation afterwords......about a lot of things....not just me coming out. I want to laugh and cry and sob. I am relieved. Now I don't have to try and hide this when I live in the same house with someone. In f…

Hello evryone , I wanted to say hello and introduce myself. I am a 48 year old MTF woman on the road to transition . I am married to an incredible woman and have 5 children , my wife is the primary focus in my life. I look forward to meeting you all but I plead for patience as I am a frieght relocation systems engineer and I am away from home for long periods of time with no internet access.I hope that in some way I may enrich your ives as I hope you shall enrich mine. Hugs to all Viccy

November and December are traditionally active months for me. While there are activities to attend, it also a time of reflection. This year is different because of the changes that have happened to me personally. I will be marching in the Veterans Day parade on November 11th. It will be my third time doing so. It's important that transgender veterans are honored and remembered for their service. This year the group may have a float. November 20th will be the Transgender Day of Remembrance. I make it a point to attend because it's important that we encourage and support one another. I am considering speaking at the event. I mentioned months earlier that I have transi…

Hi all. As most of you know, I have been working in trying to get the DMV in my state to change policy for changing ones gender marker on a drivers license. In the past couple months, I worked with a State Rep to try to get the DMV to offer an exemption for people that might have a financial hardship or a medical one in meeting the 'complete surgery ' requirement, and, again, that fell on deaf ears. I even presented the case of how having a non-matching gender marker makes it impossible for one to find employment....but, no one cares. So, I guess it's time for me to stop my fight. To be thankful for what I do have, and let go of my dreams. You see, I had the dream t…

To start with my name is Del. I tend not to use screen names but rather my real one. In a sense I guess I believe in being honest and upfront. I do understand how others may choose a screen name being stealth or whatnot. To begin I am not transgender. I am cisgender. I am also a licensed and ordained evangelist that posts mainly in the Christianity section of Susan's Transgender Forums. In case you're wondering why a cisgender minister is here you don't have to worry. I'm no transgender chaser or out to convert or heal anyone. I merely found at Susan's that the Christian section had people that loved the Lord where in many cases I found the cisgender Christians had th…

Hi everyone, I just needed to kinda vent for a little bit and hope for some encouragement and stuff. Tomorrow, 3-23, I'm going to my first therapist session to move along and begin to fully transition to become a woman. I was lucky enough to find a therapist who works with people who are on a budget and specializes in people with GID. There are a million emotions that are going through my head right now and I can't wait to see how it'll go. I'm excited to really start my way to eventual SRS but nervous about opening up to a complete stranger. I'm worried about what my extended family will think and friends and everyone really. Also I'm a little angry with myself tha…

While I realize that for many here androgyny is nothing more than a necessary evil - an uncomfortable, inconvenient and awkward stage that one must simply endure as part of the process of transition. However, some of us actually identify as androgynes, third gender, non-gendered or twin spirit people (I personally identify as both androgyne and transwoman). At any rate, I happened across this site called Genderfork, which, according to the site admin, "...explores androgyny and gender variance through artistic photography." I understand that this is probably not everyone's cup of tea, but hopefully some will find it as interesting and enjoyable as I have. http://w…

this hit home for me in a big way, this is so true to the way ive been in my entire life, it so true and thats a fact to every transgendered person in this world, read it completely and reflect on you entire life as i justhave,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,reality not insanity

I know I know it gets a little old talking about boobs but I just wanted to share something. My aereolas are getting wider and lighter in color. I don't have the cone type nipples. They are thick and long. My breasts are round and feel heavy and have some bounce to them. They are not growing in the typical tanner stages. They really look like boobs. If that makes sense.

When I look back at all the decisions I've made in my 42 years on this planet I have rarely made any of them on my own behalf. Where I live,what I wear,how I act,where I work. All of these important things were always made to satisfy and fill the needs of other people. Now I have the most important decision in my life to make. The key words being my life. How much of life belongs to me and how much belongs to my wife and kids? I have had to deal with this longer than I've been married and been a dad and most of it alone. My wife has known for just over a year and a few friends too. My friends are lesbians and have been really supportive. My wife has been quiet and pass…

At some point in the life of a transgender person their outward appearance is so important, especially at a young age. I wonder for those reading this that are middle age or older, how important is passing in public before and after transitioning and for those who have no plans to transition how important is passing to you? Also would be nice to know how important is it to not just pass but to look great? I would like to hear from male to female and female to male.