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Jeez, that is a long time, so sorry to hear this.

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Ren, I read the first couple of entries for now, will read the rest later, but I wanted to say how encouraging it is to see how well you seem to understand and examine the things that trouble you ("trouble" seems insufficient, bit it's all I can think of at the moment). There's still no doubt a long journey ahead, but understanding where you are starting from is a vital first step. For so long I knew something was wrong, very wrong, but couldn't identify it, or worse, I misidentified it. Stay strong! And please keep sharing xoxo Christie

Hiya Nicky. I Am 53 Now, But, I Had to have All My Teeth Removed, at the Age of 22. I have had Full Dentures, ever since. I had a Previous Dentist, messed up My Teeth. So I had My Own Teeth, for Less than Half My Life. Nicky, Good Luck Love, and I hope sincerely, that You get New Dentures sorted out soon. Please let Us Know. Nicky, You Are So Pretty, and We would Not Know from Your Photograph's, about Your Mouth. Nicky, Take Care, and My Very Best Wishes, Stephanie. xoxo

Hi Monica, I have been using OralB purchased in 2005. The lady who cleans my teeth and the dentist told me I should not use toothpaste when cleaning but use a small amount as I have been so use to toothpaste. As to investment in dental health, have one dentist and a specialist for around the past 15 years.

Dear Karen, Have heard it is best to use a small amount of toothpaste, the size of a pea, as the amount shown on the toothpaste/toothbrush ads (a line of toothpaste along the entire length of the bristles on the toothbrush) is way too much and is shown like that for advertising purposes only, to encourage consumers to use more toothpaste, for the companies' benefit, not the consumer's. Your friend, Monica

Dear Karen, You are wise to get the tooth removed and the one behind it, as it seems like there was an infection (abscess) under the tooth, and it usually affects nearby teeth. Having them removed prevented further problems. May I suggest the Sonicare electric toothbrush http://www.philips.com http://www.sonicare.com as I feel that Sonicare electric toothbrushes are the best brand available, and are an excellent investment in you dental health. Get well soon. Yours truly, Monica

Hello Monica. Somebody's Size, Does Not Matter, Especially When It Comes To Friends. Monica, I Would Be Proud To Be Seen With You, At Any Time. You Are My Friend, And You Also Have A Heart Of Gold. I Take People As Individuals, Regardless Of Their Race; Creed; Colour; Religion; Gender; Sexuality; Or Size ! It Is The Whole Person That Matters, And By That, I Mean What Somebody Is Like Inside, As Well As Outside. Monica, Have A Great Day, Speak Soon. Take Care My Friend, And Very Best Wishes, Stephanie. xoxo

Dear Ben, Learn all you can about "adrenal fatigue," by googling and YouTubing it. Notice with myself I gain pounds and then inches (or vice versa) alternately, and it is the same when I lose weight. Also noticed recently I am dealing with bloating, which can be caused by glucose intolerance (even by eating too much sweet fruit) and lactose intolerance (eating too much dairy). Have accepted that I am a big woman, and other can or can not accept that. When it comes to dating, I am drawn to women my own size, and I notice people are drawn to friends and partners near their own size. Can understand that with lovers, but not with friends! Go figure!! Ben, you are a handsome man, and I feel that a lot of skinny and thin girls will find you handsome! May I suggest that you develop a talent, such as singing, playing an instrument, joining a band, etc. Those kinds of talents get people away from the physical and into who and what you really are! Your friend, Monica

Hiya Warren. I think You have done exactly the right thing Young Man. As hard as it might sound, I don't think that blood is always thicker than water, when it comes to Families. Warren, I don't know if You saw what I put, on Saturday, about My Own Family, but, most of them, are just Not worth knowing, Full-Stop ! Warren, You, ARE Among Friends here, and We won't Judge You. I Am a Pre-Op. MtoF Transsexual Myself, so Who would I be, to Judge other People ? Warren, if ever You Want a Chat, I Am About on here, a lot of the time. Monica is about a lot as well, so there will always be someone Who cares about You ! By the Way Warren, I did like the Blue Hair ! I Am 53, and My Hair, is still Naturally Dark Brown. But, I Will Grow Old "Disgracefully" ! L.O.L. !!!! Warren, Take Care Young Man. Speak Soon. With Very Best Wishes, Stephie. xoxo

Thank you all for the feedback. I feel much better. I found myself doubting myself again today, but it was very fleeting. It typically is fleeting. I think that a lot of it is triggered by the unknown. This will take me time to get used to. Right now my breasts are sore and growing like gangbusters. Lots of changes, mentally and physically. Just trying to take it in stride. What I most like about all of this, is my personality. I am so much more of a humble person now and laid back. Other than those crazy moments, I am the opposite of a drama queen. Very even keeled. Not having the T in my system has overall lowered my anxiety, aggressive behavior. I've always been a gentle person and soul, but I am much more calm and understanding. I really like that! It just suits my personality and I feel like I belong to the human race for the first time in my life.

Hi Lisa, As Karen has said questioning yourself is pretty normal, and in the middle of the night, how similar to my experience, I used to worry and question myself with "What the hell are you doing?", only it gets less and less as time has passed. Now, I don't worry anymore about gender I'm just Eve, me and myself (and as Veronica has said so acurately you are a singularity, oh and do not confuse or associate that with being a freak ,as so many ignorant morons do so glibly). I didn't worry about being male much before I transitioned, I'd had years of practice being male, but I just wanted to be female LoL. Similarly after a bit of practice being (or perhaps appearing might be a better term) female I don't worry about it anymore. I hope that this helps you, Cheers, Eve

Lisa, you should never have to be sorry here for as you call it a diva dump as this is one place to do it. Having listening to many on the path to transitioning you are no different then the majority out there so feel good about that whether you question yourself or not as this is better now than later so do the questioning now. As I have told others get to a calming quite place and be true to yourself, that is going through your mind asking questions and also writing them down, why I should transition and why I should not transition and always be truthful.