What are Do's and Don'ts to be aware of this is a first. Any help appreciated. Thanks
What are Do's and Don'ts to be aware of this is a first. Any help appreciated. Thanks
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DO act normally. That's it. Behave as if you are in male mode. You are not a thief casing the joint. DO dress appropriately. What are the other women wearing? Don't go too far askew of that uess you want attention. DO smile and interact with the normals. When they are at ease so will you be.
DO have fun!
Yes do act normal GF! lots of people there, and their mind is focused on the money, they prolly won`t even notice.... but Security is will be on you like stink on s#*^ that eye in the sky is the one you will have to convince that your ok and not up to something. and if i recall you might know a lil something about Security camara`sTonya!
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Casinos where? If its Vegas I can give you the standard list of caveats.
Thinking of going to Oklahoma. Thanks for the help.
The real warning would be dont waste time gambling, check the buffet and shows.
Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. Mark Twain
I agree with Celeste. If you do gamble, give yourself a strict limit. Look for coupons for buffets and shows. Sometimes you can save significant money.
Jennifer is one hundred percent on, no matter where, act normal, smile and enjoy.
As hard as it may seem, it is the best way to enjoy being you.
There is a reason they call it "gambling ".
Hugs
Act normal is the start of good advice but I'd pad it out to say act normal for Natasha. You may find that she has a different style than your male side has. Jennie is much more relaxed and social than her uptight, reserved male co-body-inhabitant. Relax, make eye-contact, smile at the people who "read" you -- understand you're a part of their night's entertainment. They're going to go home and say, "You won't believe what I saw at the casino!" and then they're going to tell the story. It's up to you if the story is about some guy skulking around in a dress or the most wonderful, entertaining gurl who seemed to be having a good time ("here, let me show you the selfie I took with her....")
OK, if it's your first time out, you're probably not going to be taking selfies with the tour bus set. But stay open and friendly and alive. Like the old poem says, No less than the trees and the stars, you have a right to be here.
Second bit of advice: if it's your first time out, stay off the sauce if you're wearing heels. I'm giving you first hand experienced advice here. Drinks are for when you're wearing flats.
Thank you for the help....
Having lived in OK, I would be careful. There are a lot of hicks there that may take extreme offense if they clock you. Some would take it as you attempting to fool and seduce them. In Wyoming, about 15 years ago, there was a gay young man that was kidnapped, tied up and tortured to death. Most would not see the difference between gay and crossdresser. Stick to progressive areas, I say.
In the casinos stick to the slots most people are paying attention to their machine, as someone who lives just south of Oklahoma I think you will be fine but yeah watch out for the good Ol boys if you are concerned about passing, I would say if you have someone to go with then do that just to be safe.
Otherwise just act like a lady and prob won't be bothered
I will definitely take that into consideration, thanks. CristinaK
Set a limit and have fun. I would stick to the slots. No buddy will bother you, they don’t want to be bounced out by security. Casinos are one of my favorite places to go. If you have to use the bathroom, I use a women’s restroom way in the back, no lines, so you can slip in and out quickly, well as quick as one can having to deal with hose, spanks and padding.
Every time I hear the term "act normal", I cringe. Acting is an act for the benefit of others. It is done relative to other people that you are performing for. I see going out differently. First off, I am normal! All I need to do is avoid not being myself. Confidence in yourself is all you need. Avoid "acting" like prey by simply being that same person you would be in drab in a great pair of heels! Pick your venues and own the place.
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Thank you Lynn...
The best way to pass is to walk in with confidence, like you own the place. Do that, and nobody will look twice at you. If you look terrified - people will notice it.
As long as you are losing money to them, the casino is unlikely to want to get rid of you, so I'd think you'd be fine.
Do be careful en femme in spaces outside of the casino - parking lots, stuff like that where there are fewer people. It's possible, unlikely, but possible, that you could run into someone hostile. It is Oklahoma, after all. Inside the casino itself, you should be fine. (Honestly, even outside you should be OK, unless you have very bad luck, and / or are very noticeable.)
BTW, I never went to the casinos in OK before I started my transition. I don't live there now, but I can tell you that for the most part, Tulsa, for example, is a surprisingly tolerant city. OKC is worse, but still mostly OK. The Casinos on 35 or 69 are most likely OK. If you have to stop in the small towns, though, be very careful, particularly if you don't pass.
Some will call it "owning the moment" but in actual fact it is acting normal . . . like you belong. What I do when I go out is think, how would "boy me" behave. Would he be looking around all hypervigilant or would he be on auto cruise just enjoying the day. Don't get me wrong, people might stare, giggle or whatever but if you are prepared to not let the little things get you down . . . it will be a great experience.
Hugs
Isha
I'm a dealer in a casino. It's not that uncommon to see CDs in here. Trust me the other players could care less. As for the staff, they treat them as they treat every other guest. With courtesy and respect.
You'll be fine. Have fun!!
Thank You..
Just act the same as if you are in a mall.
Just don't overact.
Work on your elegance,
and beauty will follow.
Oh, I would like to know!Originally Posted by Andy66
Thank You Lexi...
Just be your self act normal and have fun....it's all fun.........................Debra
I was actually thinking of going to Vegas and CD the whole weekend. What are the caveats to look for?
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