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Hey Warren, Yes, these forms and so forth are a drag. And I agree that the people at the clinics can be kind of weird and intimidating. Like you said, if you're going there what does that say about you? Nothing, nada, zippo. You're you, you're here, and we love you. That's all I have to say. Well, not everything. Like I wrote the other day, take a breath, have a cup of coffee. Smoke 'em if you got 'em. (If you do smoke; don't start because I said so!) One idea is to think of some of the things you can be grateful for. Such as: - Your mother. Sure, she's a pain at times, but like you said, you love her. What is it mostly that you love about her? - Your father. I guess it's been a long time since he died. But maybe you have some good memories or stories about him? - Your boss at work. Hey, he didn't fire you, right? I don't know, Warren, shoot, I'm sitting here at my computer and thinking about you. Watch the video at the link I sent to you. The woman, Brynn, is an MTF so she's not exactly like you, sure. But she speaks the truth for all of us, I think. I hope you'll find some inspiration there. You're a good person, Warren, I can tell. Best, Emma

I can think of a couple strengths Warren, and I barely know you. 1. You are willing to share yourself with others through your online presence and blogging. You have no idea how that is going to help someone who is struggling with the same issues as you. 2. You are taking steps to deal with your own gender identity. How many of us repressed that part of ourselves into our mid-life or even later. Keep exploring to find out where you are comfortable, and don't let anyone stop you. We're here for you. Hang in there and good things will happen.

I have often said that the hardest part of most jobs I've ever had, was dealing with the co-workers. Try not to take it too personal, although that is easier said than done. The thing is, these abrasive people are unhappy or insecure, so they subconsciously share the misery by acting out toward others.