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I think I was in my late 30's when I just knew my "feeling" would never go away. AND I also simultaneously came to the realization that I was indeed sane, more so than than most, if not all, around me. But because of the lack of information out there about gender, I became resigned that I would just have to remain in my born gender, as there were no other realistic alternatives. However, I never stopped even for a second wondering and daydreaming what Jessica would be like....to look at in the mirror, to think like, what her friends would be like, even how she would work, love and be loved, and go about her daily routine.. Fast forward to now, at 65, I know, and it is not only what I imagined, but so much more. Hold onto that warm feeling inside...it's called "you know something that very few others know".

Well said, Jess. Not only do we know what most others don’t, we have a deep appreciation for authenticity, which most take for granted.

Dear Jessica and Emma, That is why transgender people make such great friends! Your friend, Monica

I don't understand. Perhaps you could explain? The article says what there looking at but I don't understand what their looking for.

Dee, Our bodies tell us truths about what our heart feels. I know exactly what you mean about wearing the nightie and knickers, and whatever else. It just has the “right” feeling. I have no idea what I’d say or do if I have dementia. Legally, I’m a woman with Emma as my name. If I was to start speaking about my past I guess the staff at the hospital would just chalk up my utterances to the dementia. Good job trying to lose weight. That will be very important for HRT as well as surgeries. The doctors may be there for you but cannot perform their work if you’re overweight. Also, of course, your health and other things will be improved too. Best wishes.

Dear Dee, We all have our "wobble moments," but given enough time, the answer will come. A wonderful organization fighting for T/LGB senior rights is Sage. Their contact information is: https://www.sageusa.org Tel: 888-234-7243 Tel: 877-360-5428 Hope this helps. Yours in Sisterhood, Monica