I asked my wife today to answer two questions: what do you think when you see me fully dressed complete with makeup and wig and how do you feel?
Almost immediately without a pause she said, "I see my husband who I love unconditionally and the clothing or feminine image he is wearing is not important. I feel pleased that I was able to help you feel more confident as Melanie. Now the first time I met Melanie fully dressed I did say that you needed my help"
I was so happy I had tears in my eyes. She first met Melanie for the first time in 1980. My time with her has become so important as she does have a terminal illness and is losing her short term memory. BTW my wife is Dr Peggy Rudd who has helped so many in our community through her four books, presentatios, television appearances, and counseling sessions.