Meeting others for the first time tonight

[sterling12]

Well, she hasn't Posted back yet, so that probably means that she's out with The Gals after The Meeting, and down at The Local Trans Hangout. Or, she got cold feet at the last minute and doesn't want to fess up about it. I've seen them literally freeze when stepping out of The Car in The Parking Lot!

But, I am very hopeful. It is so much fun to join a group and meet others, I would wish that for everyone! Suddenly, you feel like about a hundred pounds of concrete has been lifted off your back, and your major thought at the end of the evening is: "Can't wait for the next meeting, and what will I wear?"

Sure hope she had that outcome.

Peace and Love, Joanie

[Eryn]

Or, she got cold feet at the last minute and doesn't want to fess up about it. I've seen them literally freeze when stepping out of The Car in The Parking Lot!

Don't hit me with negative waves so early in the morning! [Oddball, Kelly's Heroes]

[Bree Wagner]

No cold feet here! It was a wonderful night out filled with so many firsts! I went to the meeting and after kind of a slow start really started to enjoy myself when we were doing introductions. Since I was the only newbie at the meeting they had to go over the rules. It basically boiled down to 'be nice'. The meeting itself was about ten of us sharing a few stories for a while and a clothing swap. I didn't come home with anything new but did give away a dress and some boots. My wife will be proud that there is now more space in the closet. Well, proud until I fill that space with significantly more than I gave away!

After the meeting I went with two others out to dinner. Another great experience. We were treated very well and spent the whole time talking; mostly about what a wonderful place Colorado is. I also got a bunch of "You should try going to this place...". Big thanks to the two great people that were out there with me!

Since I was up at 5:15 in the morning and it's now after midnight (and I still have to take all this makeup off!) I really gotta call it a night. I'll try and post some pictures in the morning, though they'll just be before and after shots at home. The only pics at the meeting are private to the group and we were too busy talking to take out any cameras at dinner.

Thanks to all of you for the good wishes!

-Bree

[Eryn]

Sounds like you had a great first time out! Glad it went so perfectly! We're looking forward to the pictures after you get a little shut-eye.

[Shawnc]

after all that is life is all about>

[Laura912]

Congratulations but still green with envy and looking forward to the pics.

[pauletteloraine]

I wished I could have gone with you to that meeting. I've never been out with a group, and would probably find it exciting. It sounds like you had alot of fun. I'm just staring to comeout after 40 years. The have been those evening driving around town dressed, flirting with guys in other vehicles and going to the gas station for gas. WoW, did I gewt some amazing looks, plus a few whistles. You deserve a lot of credit, as it had to be a feeling that one can't describe but only feel. Hopefully you'll send some photos later.

[PretzelGirl]

Good for you Bree! Now you have expanded your circle of friends and know how easy it can be. I am happy for you. So is the group going to be a regular night out now?

[Bree Wagner]

So is the group going to be a regular night out now?

Assuming my wife can sufficiently distract my daughter or take her out for an hour or so, I think I can make it an almost regular thing. Maybe once a month or so. I really look forward to doing it again.

Here's a pic from the car right before stepping into the meeting and one from returning home afterwards. There are a few more at my flickr site.

I'd highly recommend doing something like this to those who can, but haven't. The internet is great for realizing you're not alone in this, but actually interacting with others (and even in public!) is a whole new ballgame. It can be a big confidence boost and can even be a ton of fun.

I'm normally a very happy person, but I smile a heck of a lot more when I'm dressed. Last night it probably would have taken a jackhammer to knock the goofy grin off my face by the time I got home!

All the best,
Bree

[MandyGG]

You. Are. Beautiful.

[Rachel Renee]

Sounds like a really fun night!

And I have to agree, Colorado is pretty amazing.

[Josie M]

I'm glad you were able to do it I knew you'd have a great time

[Eryn]

You look great! Give your wife a big hug for her support and powers of distraction. I'll bet that she's closer to going out with Bree, but don't push too hard.

[Genny B]

I'm interested in going to one of these meetings but afraid to go enfemme the first time. Is that normal?

[Miriam-J]

Sounds like you had a great time, Bree, and it's well deserved. Enjoy the afterglow, and look forward to the next time.

Miriam

[ColleenCD]

Hi Bree,

Glad to hear you had a great time. You look fantastic, but why are you standing next that short door?

Way to go!

Colleen

[NathalieX66]

Yay, Bree, you did it!
I've met more than two dozen folks on this board (crossdressers.com) , and we are real flesh & blood people.
Peace & Love,
Nathalie

[Julie513]

You look fabulous Bree! Glad you had a great time.

Julie

[Eryn]

I'm interested in going to one of these meetings but afraid to go enfemme the first time. Is that normal?

Absolutely normal! CDing is all about conquering fears. Some we conquer a bit at a time, others require leaps of faith.

I was scared to dress completely while alone, but thrilled when I did it.
I was scared to walk into my front yard in the dead of night while dressed to retrieve something from my car, but I did it, heart pounding.
I was scared to drive around my neighborhood dressed, after dark, but I did it because I had to know that I could.
I was scared to drive 60 miles away to meet with a group of CDers that I hadn't yet met, but I did it and it was FUN!
After that I stopped being scared. Apprehensive was enough!

[AliceMeetsTheWizard]

I hate to jump in on a post that isn't mine. But I am very interested in getting out of my house, however I live in Arkansas and resources here are...limited at best. I would like to spend a vacation exploring and not being judged. Does anybody have any advice as to the closest city that would be a good place to go?

[Jamiegirl1]

Assuming my wife can sufficiently distract my daughter or take her out for an hour or so, I think I can make it an almost regular thing. Maybe once a month or so. I really look forward to doing it again.

Here's a pic from the car right before stepping into the meeting and one from returning home afterwards. There are a few more at my flickr site.

I'd highly recommend doing something like this to those who can, but haven't. The internet is great for realizing you're not alone in this, but actually interacting with others (and even in public!) is a whole new ballgame. It can be a big confidence boost and can even be a ton of fun.

I'm normally a very happy person, but I smile a heck of a lot more when I'm dressed. Last night it probably would have taken a jackhammer to knock the goofy grin off my face by the time I got home!

All the best,
Bree

I love your pretty pics,glad you had a great time!

[Samantha B L]

Hello Bree,Good for you. You did it. I went to my first trans/crossdresser get together about a year ago and I kept thinking over and over again that I should cancel my ride and stay home and forget about it. I managed to get out and go anyway by telling myself if I don't go this time I won't ever do it!



hugs, Samantha